Boatswain's Mate — Deck & Small-Boat Ops Leader

U.S. Navy; Moriarty (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy 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. Boatswains Mates stand watches, operate shipside equipment, and perform deck maintenance while advancing through on-the-job training and formal schools.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting enlistment standards and physical fitness requirements.
• Successful candidates demonstrate teamwork, reliability, and adaptability.
• Background screening and security clearance may apply 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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Security procedures

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 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. Boatswains Mates stand watches, operate shipside equipment, and perform deck maintenance while advancing through on-the-job training and formal schools.