Boatswain's Mate: Deck, Small Boats & Flight Ops

U.S. Navy; Elm Springs (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Navy benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to lead deck operations and seamanship tasks aboard ships. You will supervise watchstanders, handle small boats, and maintain exterior decks while supporting cargo handling and flight deck duties.

The role involves outdoor work, variable weather, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you progress.

Qualifications

• Proven competence in seamanship and deck operations.
• Able to meet enlistment or officer commissioning requirements.
• Includes physical fitness and background checks.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (enlisted)

Bachelor’s degree (officer path)

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to lead deck operations and seamanship tasks aboard ships. You will supervise watchstanders, handle small boats, and maintain exterior decks while supporting cargo handling and flight deck duties.

The role involves outdoor work, variable weather, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you progress.