Navy NEC · Engineering
U45A LSD-41/49 Class Electric Plant Maintainer
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An LSD 41/49 Class Electric Plant Maintainer performs organizational level preventive and corrective maintenance, system alignment, troubleshooting, and fault isolation within the electric plant. This maintainer follows technical manuals and Engineering Operational Sequencing System procedures to maintain the system with little or no intermediate or depot level assistance.
Core Skills
- marine electrical plant maintenance
- power generation systems
- electrical distribution
- system alignment
- fault isolation
- preventive maintenance
- corrective repair
- electrical test equipment
- engineering procedure compliance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Circuit evaluation software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Database software
Civilian Career Paths
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NCCER Electrical Level 1
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- NETA Certified Technician
Career Growth
- NCCER Electrical Level 4
- Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
Also Common
- NCCER Electrical Level 3
- CompTIA Network+
What the Work Involves
- Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
- Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Robotics Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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