Boatswain Mate (Small Boat Operator)

We are looking for individuals to learn what it takes to be a Boatswain Mate one weekend a month and two weeks each year in the Coast Guard Reserve. We will teach you the skills you need to help keep our waters free of environmental and terrorist threats, enforce maritime laws, provide aids to navigation, search and rescue.

As a Boatswain Mate (small boat operator) in the Coast Guard Reserve you will be one of the most versatile players of team Coast Guard. You will become a master of seamanship and be ready to respond to any situation. Our motto- Semper Paratus, Always Ready!

Your primary duties will include:

§Small Boat Operations
§Navigation
§Supervision of Ship’s Deck Force
§Communications
§Port Security
§Deck Maintenance

Eleven weeks of technical training is all it takes to make a positive change in your life and to those in your community! The Coast Guard Reserve even pays you to learn! We need men and women looking for a little excitement, some extra money and a rewarding way to spend one weekend a month and two weeks a year.

The Coast Guard Reserve is a great way to give back to your country and community while earning great benefits:

§Extra income & Job Security
§Montgomery G.I. Bill plus $4,500 in Tuition Assistance annually
§Medical & Dental benefits
§Base Privileges (unlimited commissary, exchange & recreation)
§Life Insurance
§Retirement Benefits
§Travel Benefits
§Cash Incentives to Join

Prior service is not necessary to join. If you are between the ages of 17-36 (up to 40 with prior service) and ready to start your future in the Coast Guard Reserve contact your nearest recruiter

1 (877) NOW-USCG, 1(877) 669-8724 ext. 3174
REQUIREMENTS
*All candidates applying for enlistment into the Armed Forces (U.S. Coast Guard, Air Force, Navy, Army and Marine Corps) must meet basic age, physical, mental, civil, and citizenship eligibility criteria. Qualification for enlistment also requires passing an Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery, (ASVAB) and physical exam. Contact your local recruiter for qualifications.