Navy NEC · Engineering
832A Radiac Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Radiac Technician performs organizational or intermediate level maintenance on radiac equipment aboard a tender or at a radiac repair facility. This technician follows procedures that conform to federal standards for protection against radiation hazards.
Core Skills
- radiation detection equipment maintenance
- instrument calibration
- electronic troubleshooting
- radiation safety compliance
- preventive maintenance
- technical manual interpretation
- equipment testing
- maintenance recordkeeping
- radiological hazard awareness
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft SharePoint
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists Certification
- Radiation Safety Officer Certification
- Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
Also Common
- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board Radiation Safety Officer Certification
What the Work Involves
- Evaluate situations or make determinations when a worker has refused to work on the grounds that danger or potential harm exists.
- Supply, operate, or maintain personal protective equipment.
- Maintain all required environmental records and documentation.
- Test workplaces for environmental hazards, such as exposure to radiation, chemical or biological hazards, or excessive noise.
- Train workers in safety procedures related to green jobs, such as the use of fall protection devices or maintenance of proper ventilation during wind turbine construction.
Related Occupations
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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