Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC

NEC

745B

ALCO (251C) and General Motors EMD (645) Diesel Engine Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

Operates and performs organizational and/or intermediate maintenance on the ALCO, and General Motors EMD diesel engines and associated auxiliary equipment.

Core Skills

  • large diesel engine maintenance
  • emd 645 engine service
  • alco engine maintenance
  • auxiliary equipment repair
  • diesel fuel system service
  • engine inspection
  • lubrication system maintenance
  • cooling system repair
  • mechanical troubleshooting
  • powerplant preventive maintenance

Common Certifications

  • ASE T2 Diesel Engines Certification
  • AAR Locomotive Maintenance Training
  • NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations and Maintenance
  • Caterpillar Service Technician Certification
  • EPA 609 Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Certification
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Civilian Career Paths

  • MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
  • FLEET MANAGEMENT
  • FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • ASE T2 Diesel Engines Certification
  • NCCER Diesel Mechanic Training
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
  • Railroad Maintenance Training

Career Growth

  • ASE T4 Brakes Certification
  • ASE T6 Electrical and Electronic Systems Certification
  • Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.