Boatswain Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Leader

U.S. Navy; East Jordan (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Healthcare

Retirement benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to be a core seamanship and deck operations expert. You will stand watches, operate small boats, support flight deck activities, and maintain deck equipment aboard ships, with involvement in replenishments and cargo handling at sea.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with frequent watches day and night, close teamwork, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meeting general enlistment standards.
• High School Diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.

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

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to be a core seamanship and deck operations expert. You will stand watches, operate small boats, support flight deck activities, and maintain deck equipment aboard ships, with involvement in replenishments and cargo handling at sea.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with frequent watches day and night, close teamwork, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications.