Boatswain’s Mate — Deck & Small-Boat Operations

U.S. Navy; Verplanck (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

They stand watch, operate vessels, maintain surfaces, and perform replenishment tasks while working in varied weather, at sea and in port, often leading junior Sailors as they advance in a physically demanding maritime

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

Job description

Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

They stand watch, operate vessels, maintain surfaces, and perform replenishment tasks while working in varied weather, at sea and in port, often leading junior Sailors as they advance in a physically demanding maritime