Boatswain's Mate — Deck & Small-Boat Operations at Sea

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate billets require seamanship and deck operations skills, with duties including standing watch, handling small boats, and maintaining deck surfaces.

Training follows Recruit Training and BM A School, with opportunities to advance based on performance, time in rate, and qualifications. With hands-on, outdoor work and frequent watches, sailors support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security, serving on surface ships and shore installations both in the United

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and legal work status.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles.

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

Physical fitness

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer roles

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate billets require seamanship and deck operations skills, with duties including standing watch, handling small boats, and maintaining deck surfaces.

Training follows Recruit Training and BM A School, with opportunities to advance based on performance, time in rate, and qualifications. With hands-on, outdoor work and frequent watches, sailors support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security, serving on surface ships and shore installations both in the United