Deck Operations Lead — Boatswain’s Mate & Small-Boat Expert

U.S. Navy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a deck operations expert providing seamanship, watchstanding, and cargo handling support aboard ships. You will operate small boats, maintain topside equipment, and participate in flight deck activities and security watches.

Pathways include Recruit Training and BM A School, with advancement based on performance and qualifications. This role requires physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in varied conditions on sea and port assignments.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness 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 stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a deck operations expert providing seamanship, watchstanding, and cargo handling support aboard ships. You will operate small boats, maintain topside equipment, and participate in flight deck activities and security watches.

Pathways include Recruit Training and BM A School, with advancement based on performance and qualifications. This role requires physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in varied conditions on sea and port assignments.