Boatswain's Mate – Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; St. Ann (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Health coverage

Retirement options

Job summary

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.

This role offers hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night at sea and in port to support ship operations.

Qualifications

• General seamanship and deck operations expertise required.
• Ability to stand watches and perform maintenance on deck equipment.
• Strong emphasis on teamwork and safety in a maritime 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

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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.

This role offers hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night at sea and in port to support ship operations.