Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Mastery

U.S. Navy; Blandon (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate seeks skilled sailors to perform seamanship and deck operations, including watchstanding, small-boat handling, and fleet replenishment tasks. You will maintain exterior surfaces, assist with cargo handling, and support flight deck activities, working in varied maritime conditions.

Expect frequent watches, outdoor work, teamwork, and opportunities to lead as you advance through BM qualifications and seagoing assignments.

Qualifications

• Seamanship and deck operations expertise.
• Ability to stand watches and operate on deck.
• Maintain and repair deck equipment and surface areas.
• Support underway replenishment, cargo handling, and flight deck activities.

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

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate seeks skilled sailors to perform seamanship and deck operations, including watchstanding, small-boat handling, and fleet replenishment tasks. You will maintain exterior surfaces, assist with cargo handling, and support flight deck activities, working in varied maritime conditions.

Expect frequent watches, outdoor work, teamwork, and opportunities to lead as you advance through BM qualifications and seagoing assignments.