Boatswains Mate: Deck Ops & Seafaring Duty

U.S. Navy; Ropesville (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to specialize in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding on Navy ships. You will handle small boats, maintain exterior deck surfaces, support cargo handling, and participate in flight deck activities and security watches.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety procedures, and physical endurance in varied weather and sea conditions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• A bachelor’s degree may be required for officer programs.
• Ability to meet medical, age, and security requirements as applicable by Navy policy.
• Strong teamwork and physical endurance are essential for shipboard duties.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain’s 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 specialize in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding on Navy ships. You will handle small boats, maintain exterior deck surfaces, support cargo handling, and participate in flight deck activities and security watches.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety procedures, and physical endurance in varied weather and sea conditions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.