Deck Operations Lead - Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve on ships, handling seamanship and deck operations as part of the backbone crew.

You will stand watch, operate small boats, maintain equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities in varied seas and conditions. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and effective communication, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and to participate in naval ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Requires teamwork, safety discipline and clear communication in a shipboard environment.
• Desirable physical fitness to perform demanding outdoor maritime tasks.
• Enlistee qualifications include standard Navy medical, security and age requirements.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officers

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve on ships, handling seamanship and deck operations as part of the backbone crew.

You will stand watch, operate small boats, maintain equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities in varied seas and conditions. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and effective communication, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and to participate in naval ceremonies.