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

U.S. Navy; West Babylon (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focusing on seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding across ships and shore facilities. Responsibilities include helm, lookout, small boat handling, and maintenance of deck equipment while supporting flight deck operations and logistics tasks.

Opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, with extensive training paths and Navy benefits. This is a hands-on, outdoor maritime role requiring readiness for varied weather and long watches at sea.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and leadership in high-pressure environments.
• Strong physical fitness and safety awareness.
• Clear communication and teamwork in shipboard settings.

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

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focusing on seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding across ships and shore facilities. Responsibilities include helm, lookout, small boat handling, and maintenance of deck equipment while supporting flight deck operations and logistics tasks.

Opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, with extensive training paths and Navy benefits. This is a hands-on, outdoor maritime role requiring readiness for varied weather and long watches at sea.