Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
N24O
Surface Ship Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator - Electrical
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Surface ship nuclear propulsion plant electrical operators monitor, operate, and maintain generators, distribution equipment, motors, and electrical control systems. They take readings, isolate faults, perform organizational maintenance, and restore electrical services while following nuclear safety and technical procedures.
Core Skills
- nuclear plant electrical operation
- generator operation
- power distribution control
- electrical fault isolation
- motor maintenance
- switchgear operation
- preventive maintenance
- electrical safety
- technical recordkeeping
Common Certifications
- NRC Reactor Operator License
- NCCER Electrical Level 4
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certificate
- NETA Certified Technician
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- OSHA 30 Hour General Industry
Civilian Career Paths
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Electrical Level 1
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certificate
- OSHA 30 Hour General Industry
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level I
Career Growth
- NRC Reactor Operator License
- NETA Certified Technician
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level III
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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