Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small Boat Ops Leader

U.S. Navy; Kernville (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Education benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts, essential to a ship’s crew.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM training paths and on-the-job qualifications.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions; officers require a bachelor’s or qualifying degree.
• Strong physical fitness, medical and background standards in line with Navy policy.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain’s 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

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (enlisted)

Bachelor's degree or qualifying professional degree (officer path)

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts, essential to a ship’s crew.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM training paths and on-the-job qualifications.