Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Responsibilities include standing watches, operating small boats, material maintenance, underway replenishment, and security watches. Opportunity to lead junior Sailors as you advance in a physically demanding maritime environment.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards including eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, high school diploma or equivalent, age, medical and dental standards, and background screening.
• Additional qualifications include physical fitness, character standards, and successful completion of required tests.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman 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 compliance

Watchstanding

Leadership potential

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Responsibilities include standing watches, operating small boats, material maintenance, underway replenishment, and security watches. Opportunity to lead junior Sailors as you advance in a physically demanding maritime environment.