Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Nixa (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

G.I. Bill

Career advancement

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert, providing critical support for cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maintenance aboard surface ships.

This role emphasizes hands-on outdoor work, teamwork, and the ability to operate under varied weather and sea conditions, with opportunities to advance through on-the-job training and formal qualification paths.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required for enlisted positions.
• For officer paths, a bachelor's degree may be required or advantageous.

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 awareness

Communication

Physical fitness

Maritime operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (for officer roles)

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert, providing critical support for cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maintenance aboard surface ships.

This role emphasizes hands-on outdoor work, teamwork, and the ability to operate under varied weather and sea conditions, with opportunities to advance through on-the-job training and formal qualification paths.