Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Gratz (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy College Program opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations professionals who form the backbone of a ship’s crew.

They manage small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. As a Boatswains Mate, you’ll stand multiple watches, work outdoors in varied conditions, and collaborate closely with the deck department while opportunities to lead junior Sailors grow with time in rate and

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and citizenship or residency as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted; bachelor’s degree for officer programs.
• Meet age, medical, vision, and dental standards; pass required tests and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain's 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

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (officer programs)

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations professionals who form the backbone of a ship’s crew.

They manage small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. As a Boatswains Mate, you’ll stand multiple watches, work outdoors in varied conditions, and collaborate closely with the deck department while opportunities to lead junior Sailors grow with time in rate and