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

U.S. Navy; Westhampton (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a deck operations professional responsible for seamanship, maintenance of deck equipment, and cargo handling. You will stand multiple watches, supervise small boat operations, and support replenishment at sea.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety procedures, and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions aboard surface ships and shore installations, with opportunities for advancement through proven performance.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.
• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment.
• Eligibility requirements for Navy enlisted roles including education and medical standards.

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

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a deck operations professional responsible for seamanship, maintenance of deck equipment, and cargo handling. You will stand multiple watches, supervise small boat operations, and support replenishment at sea.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety procedures, and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions aboard surface ships and shore installations, with opportunities for advancement through proven performance.