Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Education benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves seamanship, deck operations, and leadership at sea. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling.

You’ll maintain deck equipment, participate in replenishments, and perform security watches in port and at sea. The position emphasizes teamwork within the deck department, physical fitness, and readiness for varied weather and sea conditions, with pathways for advancement through qualification

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Some communities have more restrictive age ranges and medical standards.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Small boat handling

Maritime security

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves seamanship, deck operations, and leadership at sea. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling.

You’ll maintain deck equipment, participate in replenishments, and perform security watches in port and at sea. The position emphasizes teamwork within the deck department, physical fitness, and readiness for varied weather and sea conditions, with pathways for advancement through qualification