NEC
U18A
NAMTS Heat Exchanger Repair Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs Navy Afloat Maintenance Training Strategy (NAMTS) intermediate-level maintenance procedures in the inspection, repair, and testing of heat exchangers and related components in support of Fleet-directed requirements. Demonstrates knowledge of intermediate-level repair procedures, repair and maintenance standards, quality assurance specifications, and proper use of maintenance industrial machinery.
Core Skills
- heat exchanger inspection
- tube bundle repair
- pressure testing
- heat transfer diagnostics
- industrial machine operation
- mechanical repair
- quality assurance testing
- maintenance procedure compliance
- technical drawing interpretation
Common Certifications
- ASME Authorized Inspector Certification
- API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
- AWS Certified Welder
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- ASNT Nondestructive Testing Level II
- OSHA 30 Hour General Industry
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- OSHA 10 Hour General Industry
- NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- ASNT Nondestructive Testing Level II
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training
Career Growth
- API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
- ASNT Nondestructive Testing Level III
- ASME Authorized Inspector Certification
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector
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