Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC

NEC

B11A

Advanced Construction Mechanic

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Construction Mechanic rating

Description

Diagnoses and repairs engines, fuel and electrical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, power trains and chassis systems, automotive air conditioning systems, as well as perform oxy-acetylene welding and gas metal arc welding in both normal field and shop conditions.

Core Skills

  • diesel engine repair
  • electrical system diagnostics
  • hydraulic system repair
  • pneumatic system repair
  • powertrain repair
  • chassis service
  • automotive air conditioning
  • gas metal arc welding
  • oxyfuel welding

Common Certifications

  • ASE Medium and Heavy Truck Certification
  • ASE Automotive Master Technician
  • EPA Section 609 Technician Certification
  • AWS Certified Welder
  • NCCER Heavy Equipment Mechanics
  • OSHA 10 Hour Construction
  • CDL Class A

Civilian Career Paths

  • MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
  • FLEET MANAGEMENT
  • CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • OSHA 10 Hour Construction
  • ASE Entry Level Certification
  • NCCER Heavy Equipment Mechanics
  • EPA Section 609 Technician Certification

Career Growth

  • ASE Medium and Heavy Truck Certification
  • ASE Automotive Master Technician
  • AWS Certified Welder
  • CDL Class A

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.