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

U.S. Navy; Elephant Butte (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a frontline seamanship specialist responsible for deck operations, small boat handling, and cargo support. You will stand watch, operate vessels, and assist in flight deck activities while maintaining deck equipment and security, at sea and in port.

Expect varied weather, long watches, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through qualification and training programs.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards including citizenship, education, age, medical and security clearances.
• Additional qualifications emphasize physical strength, teamwork, calm communication in shipboard environments.

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

Physical endurance

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a frontline seamanship specialist responsible for deck operations, small boat handling, and cargo support. You will stand watch, operate vessels, and assist in flight deck activities while maintaining deck equipment and security, at sea and in port.

Expect varied weather, long watches, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through qualification and training programs.