Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Flight Deck Ops Pro

U.S. Navy; Lucedale (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate duties center on seamanship, deck operations, and maintaining topside equipment. You will handle small boats, support cargo handling, and contribute to flight deck operations and maritime security aboard ships.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches, and teamwork in a dynamic naval environment. Clear advancement paths exist through on-the-job training and formal schools, with assignments on surface ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment, often with repetitive tasks, ladders, and heavy loads.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

Deck operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate duties center on seamanship, deck operations, and maintaining topside equipment. You will handle small boats, support cargo handling, and contribute to flight deck operations and maritime security aboard ships.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches, and teamwork in a dynamic naval environment. Clear advancement paths exist through on-the-job training and formal schools, with assignments on surface ships and shore installations.