Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist (Boatswain's Mate)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate performs seamanship and deck operations, handling small boats, maintaining topside gear, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck duties, and maritime security. The role emphasizes teamwork and strict safety in a demanding maritime environment.

In this Navy specialty, you stand watches, operate boats, and contribute to ship operations, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance across assignments on ships and shore installations worldwide.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards, including citizenship/residency and medical fitness.
• On-the-job and classroom training lead to qualification in seamanship and deck operations.

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

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate performs seamanship and deck operations, handling small boats, maintaining topside gear, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck duties, and maritime security. The role emphasizes teamwork and strict safety in a demanding maritime environment.

In this Navy specialty, you stand watches, operate boats, and contribute to ship operations, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance across assignments on ships and shore installations worldwide.