NEC
797A
NAMTS Rigger/Weight Tester
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs Navy Afloat Maintenance Training Strategy (NAMTS) intermediate-level repair of rigging equipment, providing general rigging and manufacturing services, and the weight testing of equipment, fixtures, ladders, handrails and elevators. Demonstrates knowledge of intermediate-level repair procedures, repair and maintenance standards, quality assurance specifications, and proper use of maintenance industrial machinery.
Core Skills
- rigging system repair
- load testing and weight verification
- wire rope and chain handling
- industrial fabrication
- lifting equipment inspection
- maintenance quality assurance
- industrial machinery operation
- technical drawing interpretation
- worksite safety compliance
Common Certifications
- NCCCO Rigger Level I
- NCCCO Rigger Level II
- NCCCO Signalperson
- ASME Qualified Rigging Professional
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- AWS Certified Welder
- CWI Certified Welding Inspector
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NCCCO Rigger Level I
- NCCCO Signalperson
- Basic Rigging and Slinging Course
Career Growth
- NCCCO Rigger Level II
- ASME Qualified Rigging Professional
- AWS Certified Welder
- CWI Certified Welding Inspector
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.