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

U.S. Navy; Spanish Fork (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, support flight deck and cargo handling, and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and readiness, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors. Training includes BM A School after Recruit Training, on-the-job qualification, and advancement exams.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina for outdoor maritime work.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow safety procedures.
• Good communication in shipboard environments.
• Understanding and applying safety procedures on deck and in operations.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, support flight deck and cargo handling, and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and readiness, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors. Training includes BM A School after Recruit Training, on-the-job qualification, and advancement exams.