Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops at Sea

U.S. Navy; New Baden (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships 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.

Boatswains Mates stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate boats, and oversee deck operations. Training at BM A School and on-the-job qualification in seamanship lead to advancement, with opportunities to lead junior

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.
• Physical strength and stamina for outdoor maritime work.

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

Watchstanding

Physical fitness

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 ships 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.

Boatswains Mates stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate boats, and oversee deck operations. Training at BM A School and on-the-job qualification in seamanship lead to advancement, with opportunities to lead junior