Boatswain’s Mate: Hands-on Deck Ops at Sea

U.S. Navy; Gordo (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate operate at sea and on shore assignments, handling seamanship, deck operations, and cargo readiness. You will lead watch duties, manage small-boat activities, and support flight deck operations while maintaining equipment and ship surfaces in challenging environments.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to advance within the deck department through qualification and performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
• Bachelor's degree for officer positions.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet medical, age, and conduct standards.
• Security clearance eligibility when required for rating or designator.

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

Safety procedures

Physical fitness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate operate at sea and on shore assignments, handling seamanship, deck operations, and cargo readiness. You will lead watch duties, manage small-boat activities, and support flight deck operations while maintaining equipment and ship surfaces in challenging environments.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to advance within the deck department through qualification and performance.