Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Mastery

U.S. Navy; Alanson (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a critical seaman role focused on hands-on deck operations, seamanship, and crew support. Mates manage small boats, maintain topside equipment, and back cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security in various maritime settings.

Expect active duty schedules, varied weather, and teamwork on a fast-paced shipboard environment. Opportunities for leadership and skill advancement are available through training and on-the-job progression.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet general enlistment standards, medical/dental requirements, and physical fitness 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 and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a critical seaman role focused on hands-on deck operations, seamanship, and crew support. Mates manage small boats, maintain topside equipment, and back cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security in various maritime settings.

Expect active duty schedules, varied weather, and teamwork on a fast-paced shipboard environment. Opportunities for leadership and skill advancement are available through training and on-the-job progression.