Boatswain’s Mate: Shipboard Deck Ops & Small Boats

U.S. Navy; Bunnlevel (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boatswains Mate role in the U.S. Navy centers on seamanship and deck operations, ensuring ships are ready for sailing and combat. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches, operate equipment at sea, and contribute to replenishments and flight deck activities. This path emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and leadership opportunities within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Able to meet Navy physical fitness and medical standards.
• Willingness to deploy and operate at sea.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Boatswains Mate role in the U.S. Navy centers on seamanship and deck operations, ensuring ships are ready for sailing and combat. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches, operate equipment at sea, and contribute to replenishments and flight deck activities. This path emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and leadership opportunities within the deck department.