Navy NEC · Engineering
U65A Amphibous Command Ship (LCC)/Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) Steam Plant Operations (SPO) Qualified
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An LCC/LHD Steam Plant Operations qualified sailor has completed an assignment aboard a qualifying amphibious command ship or landing helicopter dock. The sailor holds a Steam Plant Operations qualification.
Core Skills
- steam plant operations
- engineering watchstanding
- propulsion system monitoring
- casualty response
- plant alignment
- boiler operations
- operational sequencing
- control room operations
- safety procedure compliance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- BIT Corp ProMACS PLC
- Extranet Machine Tools Suite
Civilian Career Paths
- Facilities Management
- Mechanical Engineering
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASME QRO Operator Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- National Association of Power Engineers (NAPE) Stationary Engineer Certification
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
- Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- EPA Refrigerant Certification
What the Work Involves
- Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
- Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
- Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
- Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
- Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
Related Occupations
- Maintenance Workers, Machinery
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
- Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
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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