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

U.S. Navy; Manitou Springs (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations role within the U.S. Navy, responsible for handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Responsibilities include standing watches, operating boats, maintaining equipment, conducting replenishments at sea, and participating in security watches and ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in outdoor maritime environments.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in shipboard environments.
• Basic physical fitness and readiness to meet Navy entry standards.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations role within the U.S. Navy, responsible for handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Responsibilities include standing watches, operating boats, maintaining equipment, conducting replenishments at sea, and participating in security watches and ceremonies.