Boatswain’s Mate — Deck Ops & Small Boat Lead

U.S. Navy; Cordell (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role overseeing seamanship and deck operations. You will manage watchstanding, operate small boats, and support cargo handling, replenishments, and flight deck activities across ships and shore installations.

The work is physically demanding, outdoors in varied weather, with emphasis on teamwork, safety, and leadership as you advance in rate and responsibilities within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Eligibility: US citizenship or qualifying status, high school diploma or equivalent.
• Commitment to Navy standards, medical, dental, and fitness requirements.
• On-the-job training and advancement opportunities in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and lookout, 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 during operations.

Skills

Watchstanding

Deck operations

Small boats

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role overseeing seamanship and deck operations. You will manage watchstanding, operate small boats, and support cargo handling, replenishments, and flight deck activities across ships and shore installations.

The work is physically demanding, outdoors in varied weather, with emphasis on teamwork, safety, and leadership as you advance in rate and responsibilities within the deck department.