Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Inola (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

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. This role emphasizes hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches day and night, opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, and a path from Recruit Training to BM A School with advancement

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, may involve citizenship/residency status.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; higher degrees for officer paths.
• Meet age limits, medical/vision/dental standards.
• Meet character and conduct standards; background screening.
• Achieve required test scores such as ASVAB or officer qualifiers; security clearance where required.

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; participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Physical fitness

Seamanship basics

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. This role emphasizes hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches day and night, opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, and a path from Recruit Training to BM A School with advancement