Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswain's Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling activities.

You will maintain deck equipment, participate in replenishments at sea, and stand security watches in port and underway. Advancement depends on performance, time in rate, and successful qualifications within a dynamic naval environment.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards and US Navy eligibility.
• Enlisted: high school diploma or equivalent; officers: bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Meet age, medical, vision, and dental standards, with background screening.
• Achieve required test scores for entry (e.g., ASVAB) and security clearances if required.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain’s 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; participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical strength

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswain's Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling activities.

You will maintain deck equipment, participate in replenishments at sea, and stand security watches in port and underway. Advancement depends on performance, time in rate, and successful qualifications within a dynamic naval environment.