Boatswains Mate — Hands-On Deck Ops & Shipboard Leadership

U.S. Navy; Wolcottville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for handling small boats, maintaining deck equipment, and supporting flight deck operations and cargo handling.

They participate in underway replenishment, ship-to-ship transfers, and security watches, contributing to the readiness and efficiency of the fleet. Boatswains Mates work outdoors in varied weather, often on watch day and night, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as they advance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Age, medical, vision and dental standards.
• Background screening and suitability.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officers

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for handling small boats, maintaining deck equipment, and supporting flight deck operations and cargo handling.

They participate in underway replenishment, ship-to-ship transfers, and security watches, contributing to the readiness and efficiency of the fleet. Boatswains Mates work outdoors in varied weather, often on watch day and night, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as they advance.