Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small Boat Ops Lead

U.S. Navy; Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

ACE college credit for Navy training

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts, forming 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.

Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including citizenship/work status and medical fitness.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles; bachelor’s for officer paths.
• Eligibility checks include age, test scores, and security clearances where required.

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 strength

Safety procedures

Seamanship

Deck operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (officer path)

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts, forming 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.

Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.