Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Sierra Madre (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focuses on seamanship, deck operations, and leadership of deck crews aboard ships and at shore installations. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security tasks.

The position offers hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you progress through training and qualification.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards apply, including U.S. citizenship/residency, high school diploma or equivalent, age and medical requirements.
• Ability to meet security clearance requirements where applicable.
• On-the-job qualification and advancement based on performance and training.

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

Watchstanding

Maritime ops

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focuses on seamanship, deck operations, and leadership of deck crews aboard ships and at shore installations. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security tasks.

The position offers hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you progress through training and qualification.