Coast Guard Rating · Engineering
DC Damage Controlman
Overview
A Damage Controlman uses and maintains equipment for carpentry, firefighting, contamination control, plumbing, pipe fitting, welding, and general damage control. On cutters, the Damage Controlman maintains watertight integrity and emergency equipment, performs plumbing and welding repairs, and supports warfare agent detection and decontamination.
Core Skills
- damage control and emergency response
- firefighting systems maintenance
- CBR (chemical/biological/radiological) defense equipment maintenance
- plumbing and pipefitting
- welding and metal fabrication
- carpentry and structural repair
- watertight integrity inspection and repair
- safety systems inspection and testing
- preventive and corrective maintenance planning
- team coordination under emergency conditions
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Computerized maintenance management system software CMMS
- Maintenance record software
- Affiliated Computer Services ACS FIREHOUSE
- Consolidated Model of Fire and Smoke Transport CFAST
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Construction Management
- Facilities Management
- Emergency Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- AWS Certified Welder
- Journeyman Plumber License
Career Growth
- NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Assess nature and extent of fire, condition of building, danger to adjacent buildings, and water supply status to determine crew or company requirements.
- Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
- Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
- Build containment areas prior to beginning abatement or decontamination work.
- Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Related Occupations
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
- Hoist and Winch Operators
- Industrial Machinery Mechanics
- Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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