Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Forest Junction (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL programs

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. They stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, perform repair and maintenance on deck surfaces, and participate in replenishment and cargo handling at sea, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as

Qualifications

• General enlistment or commissioning standards apply.
• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, dental standards and physical fitness requirements.

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

Physical fitness

Communication

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. They stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, perform repair and maintenance on deck surfaces, and participate in replenishment and cargo handling at sea, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as