Maritime Deck Specialist - Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Lone Star (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate applicants join a role focused on seamanship, deck operations, and leadership within the deck department. You will handle small boats, oversee cargo handling, and support flight deck activities, ensuring ship readiness and safety under varied conditions.

The position involves substantial outdoor work, rapid response during replenishments, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through qualification and training within a shared maritime mission.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards including citizenship/work status
• Ability to work well in a team and follow safety procedures
• Strong physical fitness and endurance requirements

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswains Mate of the Watch
• Operate small boats and support flight deck/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, participate in naval ceremonies

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree (for officer roles)

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate applicants join a role focused on seamanship, deck operations, and leadership within the deck department. You will handle small boats, oversee cargo handling, and support flight deck activities, ensuring ship readiness and safety under varied conditions.

The position involves substantial outdoor work, rapid response during replenishments, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through qualification and training within a shared maritime mission.