Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert who handles small boats, maintains topside equipment, and supports cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role involves standing watches, operating small boats, repairing deck gear, and participating in underway replenishment and naval ceremonies, with strong teamwork and leadership opportunities as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions and a bachelor’s for officer positions.

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.

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert who handles small boats, maintains topside equipment, and supports cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role involves standing watches, operating small boats, repairing deck gear, and participating in underway replenishment and naval ceremonies, with strong teamwork and leadership opportunities as you advance.