Boatswain’s Mate: Maritime Deck Ops & Watch

U.S. Navy; Tuppers Plains (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

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. As you stand watches, operate equipment, and lead junior Sailors, you will gain advanced training through BM A School and on-the-job qualifications, with opportunities for advancement and a range of Navy education

Qualifications

• Meet general enlistment or commissioning standards for the U.S. Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent; officers may require a bachelor’s degree.
• Pass physical fitness, medical, vision, dental and background 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

Seamanship

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Deck operations

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree for officers

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. As you stand watches, operate equipment, and lead junior Sailors, you will gain advanced training through BM A School and on-the-job qualifications, with opportunities for advancement and a range of Navy education