Boatswain’s Mate: Maritime Deck Ops Leader

U.S. Navy; Lake Hiawatha (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert aboard Navy ships. Responsibilities include standing watches, operating small boats, maintaining deck gear, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck, and security duties.

You will work outdoors in varying conditions, travel with ships, and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance; this role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and disciplined operations across naval deployments.

Qualifications

• All Navy general enlistment standards apply.
• Ability to stand watches and work in maritime environments.
• Physical fitness and safety awareness for deck duties.

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

Teamwork

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert aboard Navy ships. Responsibilities include standing watches, operating small boats, maintaining deck gear, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck, and security duties.

You will work outdoors in varying conditions, travel with ships, and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance; this role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and disciplined operations across naval deployments.