Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Lackawaxen Township (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts, serving as the backbone of a ship’s crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Responsibilities include standing watch, operating boats, repairing deck equipment, and performing replenishment, cargo handling, and security duties on sea and in port.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and watchstander.
• Ability to operate small boats and support flight deck operations.
• Ability to repair and maintain deck equipment and ship surfaces.

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

Watckstanding/Lookout

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Officer program basics (for BM officer path)

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts, serving as the backbone of a ship’s crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Responsibilities include standing watch, operating boats, repairing deck equipment, and performing replenishment, cargo handling, and security duties on sea and in port.