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

U.S. Navy; Sumas (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate position involves serving as a deck operations expert, handling small boats, maintaining topside gear, and supporting replenishment and flight deck activities. You will work in challenging maritime environments with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

The role emphasizes hands-on seamanship, leadership opportunities within the deck department, and advancement through time in rate and qualifications within Navy policies.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work safely in outdoor maritime environments.
• Strong teamwork and communication under high tempo conditions.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain deck equipment.

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Shipboard communication

Watchstanding

Seamanship and deck operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate position involves serving as a deck operations expert, handling small boats, maintaining topside gear, and supporting replenishment and flight deck activities. You will work in challenging maritime environments with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

The role emphasizes hands-on seamanship, leadership opportunities within the deck department, and advancement through time in rate and qualifications within Navy policies.