Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Expertise

U.S. Navy; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswain’s Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert. You will stand watches, helm ships, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling operations.

You’ll also perform repairs and maintenance on deck equipment and exterior surfaces. As part of the deck team, you will participate in underway replenishments and cargo handling at sea, while standing security watches in port and at sea.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer programs.
• Eligible to meet general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Recruit Training and BM A School followed by on-the-job qualification in seamanship and deck operations.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain’s 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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s or qualifying degree for officers

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswain’s Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert. You will stand watches, helm ships, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling operations.

You’ll also perform repairs and maintenance on deck equipment and exterior surfaces. As part of the deck team, you will participate in underway replenishments and cargo handling at sea, while standing security watches in port and at sea.