Boatswains Mate — Deck & Small-Boat Ops

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

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities. This role emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and hands-on operations across varied maritime environments.

You will stand watches day and night, operate vessels, support replenishments, and contribute to ship readiness while pursuing advancement opportunities within a dynamic naval team.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to enlist in the United States Navy and meet general standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent; eligibility for required rating.
• Ability to pass physical fitness, medical, and background checks.

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

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities. This role emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and hands-on operations across varied maritime environments.

You will stand watches day and night, operate vessels, support replenishments, and contribute to ship readiness while pursuing advancement opportunities within a dynamic naval team.