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

U.S. Navy; Wading River (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, who are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for helm duties, lookouts, and watchstanding. They manage small boats and support flight deck operations, cargo handling, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

The role involves hands-on, outdoor work in varying weather, with watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards apply, including U.S. citizenship/eligibility.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness 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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Small boat handling

Flight deck ops

Maritime security

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, who are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for helm duties, lookouts, and watchstanding. They manage small boats and support flight deck operations, cargo handling, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

The role involves hands-on, outdoor work in varying weather, with watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.