Deck Ops & Small-Boat Expert (Boatswain’s Mate)

U.S. Navy; Mastic (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert who forms the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

This role requires hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and close teamwork within the deck department, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions
• Ability to meet general enlistment standards
• Meet medical, vision, and fitness requirements

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Teamwork

Watchstanding

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert who forms the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

This role requires hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and close teamwork within the deck department, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.