Deck Operations Specialist (Boatswain’s Mate)

U.S. Navy; Mickleton (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boatswains Mate role focuses on seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness and mission success. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security tasks across varied shipboard environments.

Expect outdoor, hands-on work with watches day and night, opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, and assignments on surface ships and shore installations both in the United States and overseas.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meeting general enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to pass medical, vision, and dental standards, and physical fitness requirements.
• Security clearance when required for ratings or programs.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Boatswains Mate role focuses on seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness and mission success. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security tasks across varied shipboard environments.

Expect outdoor, hands-on work with watches day and night, opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, and assignments on surface ships and shore installations both in the United States and overseas.