Naval Boatswain’s Mate – Deck & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Neodesha (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard ships. You will manage small boats, maintain exterior surfaces, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for action.

Responsibilities include standing watch as helmsman and lookout, performing underway replenishment at sea, and leading junior Sailors as you advance. Expect varied outdoor work, shipboard teamwork, and strict safety procedures.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate in a shipboard environment with emphasis on safety and teamwork.
• On the job qualification in seamanship, small boat handling, deck operations, and watchstanding.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain's 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

Small boat handling

Maritime security

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Officers: Bachelor’s degree (for officer paths)

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard ships. You will manage small boats, maintain exterior surfaces, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for action.

Responsibilities include standing watch as helmsman and lookout, performing underway replenishment at sea, and leading junior Sailors as you advance. Expect varied outdoor work, shipboard teamwork, and strict safety procedures.