Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops Lead

U.S. Navy; Ashkum (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a frontline seamanship role responsible for watchstanding as helmsman and lookout, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment and surfaces. This role supports flight deck operations, cargo handling, and naval ceremonies across ships at sea and in port.

The path includes BM A School and on-the-job qualification with advancement opportunities. Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and close teamwork within the deck

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet Navy general enlistment standards.
• Ability to pass medical, fitness, and security requirements.
• Willingness to serve in various environments and deployments.

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

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a frontline seamanship role responsible for watchstanding as helmsman and lookout, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment and surfaces. This role supports flight deck operations, cargo handling, and naval ceremonies across ships at sea and in port.

The path includes BM A School and on-the-job qualification with advancement opportunities. Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and close teamwork within the deck