Boatswain's Mate - Deck & Small Boat Ops Lead

U.S. Navy; Fort Morgan (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates, 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. This role emphasizes hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight-deck activities, with strong teamwork and leadership opportunities as you

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet enlistment or officer program standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s or qualifying degree for officer programs.
• Ability to meet age limits, medical, vision, and dental standards, including fitness requirements.
• Background screening and adherence to character and conduct standards.
• Required test scores for your program, such as ASVAB for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests.
• Security-clearance eligibility when required for your rating or designator.
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience; will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain’s 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

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates, 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. This role emphasizes hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight-deck activities, with strong teamwork and leadership opportunities as you