Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops on Ships

U.S. Navy; Chapmanville (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health Benefits

Retirement Options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate are 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.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. You will work closely with the deck department and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Solid teamwork and physical stamina for outdoor maritime work.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operate in a shipboard environment.
• Strong watchstanding and maritime ops discipline.

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 stamina

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate are 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.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. You will work closely with the deck department and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.