Maritime Deck Specialist: Boatswain’s Mate & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; White Haven (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate (Enlisted) role focuses on seamanship, deck operations, and hands-on leadership of shipboard teams.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect to stand watches day and night, work outdoors in varied weather, and participate in high-tempo evolutions such as replenishments.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operate as part of a shipboard team.
• Experience with deck operations and basic seamanship is advantageous.

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate (Enlisted) role focuses on seamanship, deck operations, and hands-on leadership of shipboard teams.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect to stand watches day and night, work outdoors in varied weather, and participate in high-tempo evolutions such as replenishments.