Navy NEC · Engineering

B02A Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Maintenance

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

An uninterruptible power supply maintenance specialist performs preventive and corrective maintenance on solid state static power supply systems. The specialist troubleshoots faults and repairs assemblies, subassemblies, printed circuit assemblies, and other plug in components.

Core Skills

  • ups system maintenance
  • preventive electrical maintenance
  • solid state electronics
  • fault isolation
  • printed circuit board diagnostics
  • component level repair
  • electrical test equipment
  • battery system maintenance
  • critical power troubleshooting

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • SAP software
  • Adobe Acrobat

Civilian Career Paths

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Facilities Management

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • ETA Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry

Career Growth

  • NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional
  • Certified Data Center Professional (CDCP®)

Also Common

  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry

What the Work Involves

  • Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.
  • Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
  • Test and repair circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.

Related Occupations

  • Lighting Technicians
  • Helpers--Electricians
  • Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
  • Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

Defense contractor jobs for B02A

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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