Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops Lead

U.S. Navy; Dewar (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships 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.

This role involves standing watches, operating boats and equipment, performing inspections and maintenance, and working as part of a close-knit deck team.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which may involve citizenship and residency requirements, age, medical and fitness standards.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's degree or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator; additional qualifications may include specific skills or experience.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions

Bachelor's degree or qualifying professional degree for officer positions

Job description

Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships 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.

This role involves standing watches, operating boats and equipment, performing inspections and maintenance, and working as part of a close-knit deck team.