Navy Boatswain's Mate: Ship Deck & Small Boat Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities aboard surface ships or shore installations.

The role involves outdoor work in varied conditions, teamwork, and potential leadership opportunities as you advance, with comprehensive training paths available through BM A School and Navy programs.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship/work status as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Meeting age, medical, vision, and dental standards.
• Security clearance as required for rating/designator.

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

Clear communication

seamanship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities aboard surface ships or shore installations.

The role involves outdoor work in varied conditions, teamwork, and potential leadership opportunities as you advance, with comprehensive training paths available through BM A School and Navy programs.