Boatswain’s Mate: Ship Deck & Flight Deck Ops

U.S. Navy; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations across ships and shore installations. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling while maintaining deck equipment.

Responsibilities include underway replenishment, security watches, and participating in naval ceremonies. Advancement depends on performance, time in rate, and required qualifications within a dynamic maritime environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Potential officer track requires a bachelor’s degree or qualifying professional degree.

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

Team player

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Officer track requires bachelor’s degree

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations across ships and shore installations. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling while maintaining deck equipment.

Responsibilities include underway replenishment, security watches, and participating in naval ceremonies. Advancement depends on performance, time in rate, and required qualifications within a dynamic maritime environment.