Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy College Program

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts to join the fleet. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep ships ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through on-the-job qualifications and formal training. Promotions depend on performance and time in rate.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards, including eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 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

Physical strength

Teamwork & communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts to join the fleet. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep ships ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through on-the-job qualifications and formal training. Promotions depend on performance and time in rate.