Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Mastery

U.S. Navy; Pawnee City (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations aboard surface ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and participate in flight deck and cargo handling tasks while maintaining exterior surfaces.

Join a highly trained deck team with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, and contribute to ship readiness across operations at sea and in port. This role requires physical endurance and strict adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting enlistment standards and education requirements.
• Physical strength and stamina for outdoor maritime work and safety compliance.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow safety procedures on a ship.

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

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations aboard surface ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and participate in flight deck and cargo handling tasks while maintaining exterior surfaces.

Join a highly trained deck team with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, and contribute to ship readiness across operations at sea and in port. This role requires physical endurance and strict adherence to safety procedures.