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

U.S. Navy; Genesee (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves hands-on seamanship and deck operations, supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security. You’ll stand watches, operate small boats, and help maintain exterior ship surfaces, contributing to fleet readiness.

The position emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and adaptability to varied weather and sea states, with opportunities to advance and lead junior Sailors as you gain experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards, including citizenship or residency as required, age and medical criteria, and background screening.
• Physical strength and stamina to work in outdoor maritime environments with heavy loads and ladders.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves hands-on seamanship and deck operations, supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security. You’ll stand watches, operate small boats, and help maintain exterior ship surfaces, contributing to fleet readiness.

The position emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and adaptability to varied weather and sea states, with opportunities to advance and lead junior Sailors as you gain experience and qualifications.