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

U.S. Navy; Lake Lure (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role combines seamanship and deck operations to keep the fleet ready. You’ll handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security tasks aboard ships.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through on-the-job training and BM A School. This is a challenging, team-first career in naval service.

Qualifications

• Enlistee standards include citizenship/residency, medical, vision, and physical fitness requirements.
• Strong teamwork, discipline, and safety awareness are essential.
• Ability to follow procedures and operate under high tempo conditions.

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 fitness

Leadership potential

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role combines seamanship and deck operations to keep the fleet ready. You’ll handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security tasks aboard ships.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through on-the-job training and BM A School. This is a challenging, team-first career in naval service.