Boatswain's Mate - Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Swifton (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a critical seamanship role responsible for deck operations, small boat handling, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces. You will support flight deck and amphibious operations, perform underway replenishments, and lead security watches both at sea and in port.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to naval procedures, with opportunities for advancement and diverse assignments aboard ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.
• Clear eligibility to serve in the United States Navy with appropriate citizenship/work status.
• Meets age, medical, vision and dental standards; passes required tests and background checks.
• Security clearance when required for rating/designator.
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience reviewed by a recruiter.

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

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a critical seamanship role responsible for deck operations, small boat handling, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces. You will support flight deck and amphibious operations, perform underway replenishments, and lead security watches both at sea and in port.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to naval procedures, with opportunities for advancement and diverse assignments aboard ships and shore installations.