Boatswain’s Mate: Hands-on Deck Ops & Seamanship

U.S. Navy; Riverbank (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to lead deck operations and seamanship on surface ships. You will stand watches, steer and supervise small boat activities, and maintain exterior surfaces while supporting flight deck and cargo operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to strict safety procedures, with opportunities to advance through BM A School and on-the-job qualifications.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.
• On-the-job qualification in seamanship, small boat handling, deck operations, and watchstanding.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to lead deck operations and seamanship on surface ships. You will stand watches, steer and supervise small boat activities, and maintain exterior surfaces while supporting flight deck and cargo operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to strict safety procedures, with opportunities to advance through BM A School and on-the-job qualifications.