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

U.S. Navy; Higginson (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate position seeks a seamanship and deck-operations expert to support ship operations, cargo handling, and flight deck activities. You will participate in watchstanding, small boat handling, and ship-to-ship movements, contributing to fleet readiness on deployments and at home ports.

Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards including citizenship, HS diploma or equivalent, age limits, medical/vision/dental standards, and security checks.
• Additional qualifications may include physical strength, teamwork, safety procedures, and clear communication in a shipboard environment.

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

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate position seeks a seamanship and deck-operations expert to support ship operations, cargo handling, and flight deck activities. You will participate in watchstanding, small boat handling, and ship-to-ship movements, contributing to fleet readiness on deployments and at home ports.

Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications and on-the-job training.