Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Lead

U.S. Navy; Taylor Springs (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness. You will stand watches, manage small-boat and flight deck activities, and maintain deck surfaces while coordinating cargo handling at sea and in port.

The role emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and safety in varied maritime environments, with opportunities to advance through qualification and on-the-job training within a dynamic naval community.

Qualifications

• Seamanship and deck operations focus.
• Ability to stand watch and coordinate vessel operations.
• Strong teamwork and communication under demanding conditions.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness. You will stand watches, manage small-boat and flight deck activities, and maintain deck surfaces while coordinating cargo handling at sea and in port.

The role emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and safety in varied maritime environments, with opportunities to advance through qualification and on-the-job training within a dynamic naval community.