Boatswain’s Mate — Ship Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist who leads, maintains, and operates during complex shipboard tasks.

You’ll stand watch as helmsman, handle small boats, and oversee cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for deployment. Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varying conditions, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to mentor junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department and pursue BM

Qualifications

• General enlistment requirements and Navy training basics are required.
• Physical fitness standards must be met and maintained.
• Ability to work in a shipboard environment and follow safety procedures.

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

Watchstanding

Deck operations

Small boat handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist who leads, maintains, and operates during complex shipboard tasks.

You’ll stand watch as helmsman, handle small boats, and oversee cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for deployment. Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varying conditions, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to mentor junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department and pursue BM