Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Education benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to support ships’ deck operations, seamanship, and cargo handling. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and help maintain exterior surfaces and equipment on a variety of vessels.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with frequent watches and teamwork. Training includes BM A School and on-the-job qualifications; advancement opportunities are strong for qualified Sailors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles.
• Bachelor’s degree or qualifying professional degree for officer paths.

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

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree (officer path)

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to support ships’ deck operations, seamanship, and cargo handling. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and help maintain exterior surfaces and equipment on a variety of vessels.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with frequent watches and teamwork. Training includes BM A School and on-the-job qualifications; advancement opportunities are strong for qualified Sailors.