Navy Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Expert

U.S. Navy; New Underwood (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, skilled in seamanship and deck operations, to join a ship's crew. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck duties, and security.

This role emphasizes teamwork, watches, and physical readiness, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. Assignments span ships and shore installations, in varied conditions worldwide, with strong emphasis on safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

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

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, skilled in seamanship and deck operations, to join a ship's crew. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck duties, and security.

This role emphasizes teamwork, watches, and physical readiness, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. Assignments span ships and shore installations, in varied conditions worldwide, with strong emphasis on safety and operational excellence.