Boatswains Mate — Deck Ops, Small-Boat Mastery

U.S. Navy; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Navy benefits and retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Responsibilities include standing watch, operating boats, repairing deck gear, and participating in replenishments and security watches, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, U.S. citizenship or proper residency/work status as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor's degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age, medical, vision and dental standards; background screening and test scores as required.

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

Communication

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Responsibilities include standing watch, operating boats, repairing deck gear, and participating in replenishments and security watches, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.