Maritime Deck Specialist — Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Hoisington (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role is a core deck operations position aboard ships, focusing on seamanship, small boat handling, and maintenance of exterior surfaces.

You will stand watches, lead junior Sailors as you progress, and participate in replenishments, cargo handling, and flight deck activities in a highly coordinated team environment. This hands-on, outdoor role requires physical fitness, strict safety procedures, and readiness to operate in varied weather and sea states with

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent; officers require a degree.
• Ability to meet medical, fitness, and character standards.

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

Physical fitness

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role is a core deck operations position aboard ships, focusing on seamanship, small boat handling, and maintenance of exterior surfaces.

You will stand watches, lead junior Sailors as you progress, and participate in replenishments, cargo handling, and flight deck activities in a highly coordinated team environment. This hands-on, outdoor role requires physical fitness, strict safety procedures, and readiness to operate in varied weather and sea states with