NEC
800F
Senior Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Craftmaster
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Senior LCAC Craftmasters command air cushion landing craft during ship-to-shore movement, amphibious assault, and training operations. They supervise crews, enforce navigation and safety procedures, evaluate craft readiness, and train other Craftmasters.
Core Skills
- amphibious craft command
- crew supervision
- navigation rules
- surf zone operations
- marine radio communications
- risk management
- craft readiness assessment
- crew training
- incident response
Common Certifications
- USCG Master of Towing Vessels License
- USCG Master Near Coastal License
- STCW Basic Training
- STCW Advanced Firefighting
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- STCW Basic Training
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- USCG Apprentice Mate Steersman License
- OSHA 10-Hour Maritime
Career Growth
- USCG Master of Towing Vessels License
- STCW Advanced Firefighting
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)
Similar Specialties
800A
LCAC Operator
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1803
Assault Amphibian (AA) Officer
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O52T
Special Warfare Boat Operator (SWCC) Troop Leading Chief Petty Officer (TLCPO)
Navy
800M
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Craft Pilot First Position
Navy
1834
Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) Crewmember
Marine Corps
1833
Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) Crewmember
Marine Corps
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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