Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small-Boat Expert

U.S. Navy; Pearce (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling along with flight deck activities.

Responsibilities include standing watches, operating boats, maintaining deck surfaces, and participating in replenishment at sea. Advancement depends on performance, qualifications, and time in rate within the Navy structure.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including eligibility to serve in the U.S. Navy, citizenship/residency requirements, and acceptable medical, vision and dental status.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required for enlisted roles; officers require a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree.
• Ability to meet age limits, security clearance where required, and other Navy standards.

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; participate in naval ceremonies.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling along with flight deck activities.

Responsibilities include standing watches, operating boats, maintaining deck surfaces, and participating in replenishment at sea. Advancement depends on performance, qualifications, and time in rate within the Navy structure.