Steelworker(SW Navy Rating)

Employs the principles and techniques of journeyman for the Steelworker General Rating. Performs sheet metal pattern development and fabrication; and applies knowledge of pre-engineered building construction.

Employs the principles and techniques of apprenticeship for the Steelworker General Rating. Solves construction mathematics, interprets construction blueprints and specifications; performs flame cutting, brazing welding, shielded metal arc welding, reinforcing steel work, and fiber line and wire rope activities.

Performs tasks associated with the installation, inspection, termination, operation, troubleshooting, repair and life cycle management of utility grade critical power systems, to include power generation, transformation and distribution of shore based utilities.

Qualified to supervise air or mixed gas dives using SCUBA and surface supplied diving equipment. Responsible to the Diving Officer for the safe conduct of diving operations.

Establishes and maintains blaster qualification certification program. Notes geologic formations and determines bore locations for the placement of explosives required for clearing sites, excavating for construction, and obtaining rock for quarry operations to include stock piling and rock crushing. Transfer explosives from magazine to blasting site.

Installs and performs organizational and/or intermediate level maintenance on building trades shop equipment. Maintains and repairs portable, powered hand tools associated with construction skills. Gums, sharpens and sets saw blades. Splices band saw blades. Grinds and sharpens cutting tools. Maintains files of manufacturer's maintenance and spare parts list.

Interpret construction project drawings, plans and specifications. Employ the principles to conduct construction project estimates for materials, tools, equipment and manpower requirements needed to execute various construction projects. Performs scheduling, production control and management tracking and reporting of construction projects.

Qualified to dive and perform underwater construction operations using approved air diving apparatus, underwater tools, equipment, materials and techniques. Employs the principles and techniques of foremanship on underwater inspection, repair, construction and demolition projects. Estimates the material, manpower and supervises execution of underwater projects.

Qualified to dive and perform underwater construction operations using approved air diving apparatus, underwater tools equipment, materials and techniques.

Provides technical security expertise with a focus on construction. Builds, repairs, and maintains technical security infrastructures in remote locations world-wide. Provides construction security assistance through the establishment, maintenance, and supervision of security programs. Assists in the technical security countermeasure surveillance.

Employs the principles and techniques of foremanship, job planning, job control elements, and the responsibilities for safety. Works basic mathematical problems involving sheet metal layout, strength of wire rope and fiber line.

Manages the processes and procedures associated with structural welding on construction projects to include: safety aspects, quality assurance procedures, qualification of welders, and certification requirements.

Organizes and directs the operation of the safety department. Investigates accidents, analyzes accidents and problem areas, and recommends methods to decrease frequency and/or eliminate accidents. Collects data to ascertain accident trends. Inspects project sites, grounds, buildings, and machinery to isolate hazards to life, health, and equipment.

Performs specific duties as a Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor. Conducts training in all phases of basic marksmanship, both ashore and afloat, including firearms safety, mechanical training on small arms, instructional and qualification firing, basic range operations, records and reports. Performs preventive maintenance on small arms.

Provides Command personnel training to qualify as command anti-terrorism (AT) watchstanders as a Crew Served Weapons operator. In addition, this person will assist the AT Training Supervisor in the development and conduct of AT exercises, CSW Casualty Control drills and tactical employment of CSW training.