Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Operations

U.S. Navy; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

GI Bill

Health benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate serves as seamanship and deck operations expert, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck operations. It involves security watches and naval ceremonies with a strong emphasis on teamwork.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM training and on-the-job qualifications.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical, vision, and physical fitness standards must be met.
• Ability to work in a team in a maritime environment.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchholding/Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate serves as seamanship and deck operations expert, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck operations. It involves security watches and naval ceremonies with a strong emphasis on teamwork.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM training and on-the-job qualifications.