Navy NEC · Engineering
U17A NAMTS Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A NAMTS Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs air conditioning systems and compressors at the intermediate maintenance level. The technician demonstrates knowledge of repair procedures, repair and maintenance standards, quality assurance specifications, and the proper use of maintenance industrial machinery.
Core Skills
- hvac system diagnostics
- marine refrigeration repair
- compressor maintenance
- refrigerant system service
- preventive maintenance
- mechanical troubleshooting
- quality assurance inspection
- industrial machine operation
- technical manual interpretation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Facilities Management
- Environmental Engineering
- Fleet Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- EPA Section 608 Technician Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- Ready-to-Work Certificate
- HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certification
Career Growth
- NATE Senior Level Efficiency Analyst
- Senior Level Efficiency Analyst
- Certificate Member (CM)
- EPA Section 608 Technician Certification
Also Common
- NATE HVAC Support Technician
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- EPA Section 608 Universal 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.
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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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