Navy NEC · Engineering
740B Electrolytic Oxygen Generator (Model 6L16) Operator/Mechanical Maintainer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Electrolytic Oxygen Generator Operator and Mechanical Maintainer operates the Model 6L16 Electrolytic Oxygen Generator. This maintainer troubleshoots the generator and performs basic corrective maintenance on it.
Core Skills
- electrolytic oxygen generation
- equipment operation
- mechanical troubleshooting
- preventive maintenance
- corrective maintenance
- process monitoring
- pumps and valves
- technical manual interpretation
- life support equipment safety
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Word
- Alarm management system software
- Coordinated incident management system CIMS software
- Distributed control system DCS
- Interlock shutdown systems
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Facilities Management
- Environmental Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- EPA 608 Technician Certification
Career Growth
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
What the Work Involves
- Monitor recording instruments, flowmeters, panel lights, or other indicators and listen for warning signals to verify conformity of process conditions.
- Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel.
- Control or operate chemical processes or systems of machines, using panelboards, control boards, or semi-automatic equipment.
- Move control settings to make necessary adjustments on equipment units affecting speeds of chemical reactions, quality, or yields.
- Inspect operating units, such as towers, soap-spray storage tanks, scrubbers, collectors, or driers to ensure that all are functioning and to maintain maximum efficiency.
Related Occupations
- Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
- Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators
- Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
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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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