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

U.S. Navy; Town of Menominee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to join our deck operations team. As a Boatswains Mate, you will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, supervise cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, support replenishments at sea, and maintain exterior ship surfaces. This role emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and leadership opportunities as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy enlistment requirements apply, including citizenship/residency and education standards.
• Age, medical, vision, dental, and character standards must be met.
• Qualifications include safety, seamanship, and shipboard operations knowledge.

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.

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to join our deck operations team. As a Boatswains Mate, you will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, supervise cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, support replenishments at sea, and maintain exterior ship surfaces. This role emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and leadership opportunities as you advance.