Deck Operations Lead – Boatswain's Mate

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

Job summary

Boatswain's Mates are the seamanship and deck operations experts behind a ship’s crew. They manage small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck ops, and security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work with varied weather, frequent watches, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and operations. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors exist as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including citizenship/residency and work status.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor’s degree required for officer paths.
• Medical, vision and dental standards, age limits, background screening, and test scores as applicable.

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 procedures

Communication

Physical fitness

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer positions

Job description

Boatswain's Mates are the seamanship and deck operations experts behind a ship’s crew. They manage small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck ops, and security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work with varied weather, frequent watches, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and operations. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors exist as you advance.