Boatswain's Mate – Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health Coverage

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, handling small boats, supporting flight deck activities, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces. You will work in a dynamic maritime environment with frequent watches and team-based operations.

Expect hands-on outdoor duties, high tempo evolutions, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• For officer positions, a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree is required.
• Ability to meet Navy entry standards and physical requirements.

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; participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, handling small boats, supporting flight deck activities, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces. You will work in a dynamic maritime environment with frequent watches and team-based operations.

Expect hands-on outdoor duties, high tempo evolutions, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.