Deck Ops & Seamanship Specialist (Boatswain's Mate)

U.S. Navy; Blue Mountain (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate performs seamanship and deck operations, maintaining topside equipment and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security. The role emphasizes teamwork, leadership opportunities, and hands-on sea-going duties.

Expect varied outdoor work, long watches, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. Training includes BM A School and on-the-job qualifications to advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which may involve citizenship/work status and medical/fitness requirements.
• On the job qualification in seamanship, small boat handling, deck operations, and watchstanding.
• Advancement based on performance and time in rate, with strong promotion opportunities for qualified Sailors.

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 or equivalent

Bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate performs seamanship and deck operations, maintaining topside equipment and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security. The role emphasizes teamwork, leadership opportunities, and hands-on sea-going duties.

Expect varied outdoor work, long watches, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. Training includes BM A School and on-the-job qualifications to advance within the deck department.