Boatswain’s Mate — Deck & Small-Boat Operations

U.S. Navy; Lashmeet (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to lead seamanship and deck operations aboard ships, handling small boats, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck tasks, and security. You will maintain topside equipment, supervise watchstanders, and contribute to mission readiness through hands-on duties at sea and in port.

Expect varied weather, outdoor work, and frequent watches as you advance. You will train in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding with potential leadership opportunities in

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment, often with repetitive tasks, ladders, and heavy loads.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

Communication

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to lead seamanship and deck operations aboard ships, handling small boats, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck tasks, and security. You will maintain topside equipment, supervise watchstanders, and contribute to mission readiness through hands-on duties at sea and in port.

Expect varied weather, outdoor work, and frequent watches as you advance. You will train in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding with potential leadership opportunities in