Navy NEC · Engineering
B23A Shore Based Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
The Shore Based Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician installs, operates, and maintains refrigeration, air conditioning, and water cooling equipment. This technician also services ice machines and block ice plants and performs refrigerant recovery and recycling in accordance with Clean Air Act requirements.
Core Skills
- hvac system installation
- refrigeration troubleshooting
- air conditioning maintenance
- ice machine operation
- refrigerant recovery
- compressor and control repair
- preventive maintenance
- electrical controls testing
- hvac safety compliance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Facilities Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- EPA Section 608 Technician Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NATE Ready-to-Work Certificate
- HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certification
Career Growth
- Senior Level Efficiency Analyst Certification
- RSES Certificate Member (CM)
- HVAC Excellence Professional Level Certification
- Air to Air Heat Pump Service Certification
Also Common
- North American Technician Excellence (NATE) HVAC Certification
What the Work Involves
- Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.
- Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, such as safety procedures or the maintenance of a clean work area.
- Study blueprints, design specifications, or manufacturers' recommendations to ascertain the configuration of heating or cooling equipment components and to ensure the proper installation of components.
- Discuss heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions.
- Connect heating or air conditioning equipment to fuel, water, or refrigerant source to form complete circuit.
Related Occupations
- Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
- Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
- Home Appliance Repairers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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