Deck Operations Specialist — Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Washington Grove (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL credits

USMAP Apprenticeships

Health coverage

Retirement options

Job summary

Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert in the U.S. Navy, handling small boats, topside equipment, and flight deck tasks.

You’ll support cargo handling, security watches, and maritime operations, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and train at BM A School after Recruit Training. Expect outdoor, physically demanding work, frequent watches at sea and in port, and a strong emphasis on teamwork, safety, and precise procedures across a dynamic shipboard

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work outdoors in maritime environments.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow safety procedures.
• Clear communication in a shipboard setting.

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.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (officer)

Job description

Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert in the U.S. Navy, handling small boats, topside equipment, and flight deck tasks.

You’ll support cargo handling, security watches, and maritime operations, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and train at BM A School after Recruit Training. Expect outdoor, physically demanding work, frequent watches at sea and in port, and a strong emphasis on teamwork, safety, and precise procedures across a dynamic shipboard