NEC
800B
LCAC Loadmaster
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
The Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Loadmaster is a critical crew position aboard the LCAC, constantly working with high technical and potentially dangerous high speed machinery. The Loadmaster is also responsible for loading and unloading various rolling stock within the United States Marine Corps inventory, and various miscellaneous rolling stock of other countries working with U.S. forces. The Loadmaster will be familiar with the ABS mission.
Core Skills
- vehicle and cargo loading
- cargo weight distribution
- tie down and restraint systems
- amphibious cargo operations
- load plan development
- crew coordination
- hazardous materials awareness
- ship to shore logistics
- cargo inspection and documentation
Common Certifications
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
- Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
- APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
- NCCCO Signalperson
- NCCCO Rigger Level I
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Training
Civilian Career Paths
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS
- INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NCCCO Signalperson
- DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Training
Career Growth
- APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
- Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
- NCCCO Rigger Level I
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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.