Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Expert

U.S. Navy; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Boatswains Mates stand watches, operate boats, repair deck equipment, and participate in replenishments at sea. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and physical stamina in varied maritime environments.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Additional qualifications include teamwork, safety, and physical fitness requirements.
• Must meet age, medical, vision, dental standards, and background screening.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswains Mate of the Watch.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck and amphibious operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior ship surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches in port and underway and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Boatswains Mates stand watches, operate boats, repair deck equipment, and participate in replenishments at sea. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and physical stamina in varied maritime environments.