Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops at Sea

U.S. Navy; Harvard (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

They stand watch, operate watercraft and assist in replenishments, while maintaining deck assets and surfaces. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and leadership opportunities as you advance within the Navy.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Additional qualifications may include physical strength and stamina, teamwork, safety procedures, and clear communication on a shipboard environment.

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

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

They stand watch, operate watercraft and assist in replenishments, while maintaining deck assets and surfaces. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and leadership opportunities as you advance within the Navy.