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

U.S. Navy; Louisburg (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard surface ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy with proper citizenship/status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; officer programs vary.
• Meeting age, medical, vision, dental, and character standards as required.

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

Watchstanding

Deck operations

Maritime security

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard surface ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.