Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Lead

U.S. Navy; Sound Beach (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate positions involve seamanship and deck operations as core duties. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and assist with flight deck and amphibious tasks, while maintaining deck surfaces and cargo handling at sea.

Expect outdoor, varied weather work with frequent watches, high-tempo evolutions, and strong teamwork. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the Navy.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.
• General enlistment standards and able to meet Navy medical and fitness requirements.

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

Physical fitness

Safety procedures

Tools

Small boats operation

Deck equipment maintenance

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate positions involve seamanship and deck operations as core duties. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and assist with flight deck and amphibious tasks, while maintaining deck surfaces and cargo handling at sea.

Expect outdoor, varied weather work with frequent watches, high-tempo evolutions, and strong teamwork. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the Navy.