Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Mastery

U.S. Navy; Beatty (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate responsibilities include seamanship, deck operations, and maintaining topside equipment aboard ships, with duties ranging from small boats handling to cargo operations and flight deck support.

This role emphasizes watchstanding, shipboard teamwork, and potential leadership opportunities as you advance, with assignments on surface ships and at shore installations in the United States and overseas.

Qualifications

• Enlisted Navy roles require meeting standard eligibility criteria and having at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet medical, vision, dental, and aptitude requirements.
• Security clearance or access if required by rating or assignment.

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

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical stamina

Small boat handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate responsibilities include seamanship, deck operations, and maintaining topside equipment aboard ships, with duties ranging from small boats handling to cargo operations and flight deck support.

This role emphasizes watchstanding, shipboard teamwork, and potential leadership opportunities as you advance, with assignments on surface ships and at shore installations in the United States and overseas.