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

U.S. Navy; Kings Park (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Boatswains Mate in the U.S. Navy serves as a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for helm and watchstanding, small boat handling, and keeping deck equipment in top condition.

You’ll participate in flight deck operations, replenishments, and security watches, contributing to mission-readiness at sea and ashore. Expect a physically demanding, outdoor role with frequent watches, teamwork across the deck department, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through Navy

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards and health/character requirements.
• On the job qualification in seamanship, small boat handling, deck operations, and watchstanding.
• Advancement based on performance and time in rate, with promotion prospects.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boatswains Mate in the U.S. Navy serves as a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for helm and watchstanding, small boat handling, and keeping deck equipment in top condition.

You’ll participate in flight deck operations, replenishments, and security watches, contributing to mission-readiness at sea and ashore. Expect a physically demanding, outdoor role with frequent watches, teamwork across the deck department, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through Navy