Navy NEC · Engineering
834A NAMTS Valve Repair Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A NAMTS valve repair technician inspects and repairs marine valves, valve manifolds, strainers, and related components for Fleet-directed requirements. The technician demonstrates knowledge of operational and intermediate level repair procedures, maintenance standards, quality assurance specifications, and the proper use of industrial machinery.
Core Skills
- marine valve repair
- valve manifold maintenance
- strainer inspection
- component disassembly
- precision measurement
- industrial machine operation
- pressure testing
- quality assurance inspection
- technical drawing interpretation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- BIT Corp ProMACS PLC
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NCCER Pipefitting
Career Growth
- API 570 Piping Inspector
- AWS Certified Welder
- National Institute for Metalworking Skills Machining Certification
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
Also Common
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
What the Work Involves
- Record maintenance information, including test results, material usage, and repairs made.
- Disassemble and repair mechanical control devices or valves, such as regulators, thermostats, or hydrants, using power tools, hand tools, and cutting torches.
- Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
- Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
- Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
Related Occupations
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
- Maintenance Workers, Machinery
- Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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