Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small-Boat Mastery

U.S. Navy; Croydon (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy healthcare and retirement

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard surface ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with watches, high-tempo evolutions, and teamwork across the deck department. Opportunities exist to lead Sailors as you advance your career.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards for Navy roles.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and dental requirements.
• Strategic seamanship and deck-handling capabilities.

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.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard surface ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with watches, high-tempo evolutions, and teamwork across the deck department. Opportunities exist to lead Sailors as you advance your career.