NEC
B24A
Advanced Utilitiesman
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Utilitiesman rating
Description
Employs the principles and techniques of foremanship. Operates water treatment equipment, water supply, and sewage treatment equipment. Installs water distribution and sewage systems. Operates and maintains boilers, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. Determines efficient crew sizes and equipment and material requirements. Prepares a critical path schedule and arrow design.
Core Skills
- water treatment operations
- wastewater treatment operations
- water distribution systems
- sewer system installation
- boiler operations
- hvac and refrigeration maintenance
- crew size and resource planning
- critical path scheduling
- utility system maintenance
Common Certifications
- Association of Boards of Certification Water Treatment Operator Certification
- Association of Boards of Certification Wastewater Operator Certification
- State Water Distribution Operator License
- EPA Water Quality Standards Certification
- ASBOG Boiler Operator License
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- PMP
Civilian Career Paths
- ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- CIVIL ENGINEERING
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- EPA Water System Operations Course
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction
- NCCER Core Construction
- State Entry-Level Water Treatment Operator Certification
Career Growth
- Association of Boards of Certification Water Treatment Operator Certification
- Association of Boards of Certification Wastewater Operator Certification
- State Water Distribution Operator License
- PMP
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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.