Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Lake Junaluska (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health coverage

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard surface ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo operations while maintaining deck equipment and exterior surfaces.

You will work outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port. You may lead junior Sailors as you advance and complete BM A School after Recruit Training.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve citizenship or legal residency and work status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and Navy policy; some communities have more restrictive ranges.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including physical fitness requirements.
• Maintaining safety and conduct standards, including background screening.

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.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Maritime operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard surface ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo operations while maintaining deck equipment and exterior surfaces.

You will work outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port. You may lead junior Sailors as you advance and complete BM A School after Recruit Training.