Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Ness City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security. They lead teams on deck, operate small boats, and maintain equipment to keep ships ready for sea and mission readiness.

Expect outdoor work in varying weather, frequent watches, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck operations. Advancement opportunities exist through performance and qualifications within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship or residency where applicable.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Adequate medical, vision, and dental fitness with suitable conduct standards.
• Background screening and security checks as required for your rating.

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 and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security. They lead teams on deck, operate small boats, and maintain equipment to keep ships ready for sea and mission readiness.

Expect outdoor work in varying weather, frequent watches, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck operations. Advancement opportunities exist through performance and qualifications within the deck department.