Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswain's Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and maintain exterior ship surfaces while supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities.

Assignments span surface ships and shore installations in the U.S. and overseas, with advancement opportunities based on performance and qualification completion, as you progress within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy. Some communities have more restrictive age ranges
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment, often with repetitive tasks, ladders, and heavy loads.
• 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

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswain's Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and maintain exterior ship surfaces while supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities.

Assignments span surface ships and shore installations in the U.S. and overseas, with advancement opportunities based on performance and qualification completion, as you progress within the deck department.