Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations across diverse environments. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and amphibious operations, ensuring deck integrity and operational readiness.

You will engage in cargo handling, underway replenishment, and security watches, contributing to teamwork and safety in coastal and underway missions. Recruitment emphasizes physical fitness and adherence to Navy standards.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s degree for officer programs.
• Fitness, citizenship, and background standards as required for service.

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

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations across diverse environments. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and amphibious operations, ensuring deck integrity and operational readiness.

You will engage in cargo handling, underway replenishment, and security watches, contributing to teamwork and safety in coastal and underway missions. Recruitment emphasizes physical fitness and adherence to Navy standards.