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

U.S. Navy; Saguache (CO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

ACE-recommended college credit

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Navy College Program opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling while maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with high tempo evolutions, teamwork, and opportunities for leadership as you advance through BM qualifications and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting enlistment standards and basic eligibility for service.
• Strong teamwork and safety orientation are essential for deck operations.
• Ability to stand watches, operate vessels, and communicate clearly under stress.

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling while maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with high tempo evolutions, teamwork, and opportunities for leadership as you advance through BM qualifications and on-the-job training.