NEC Designation: NEC 9583 Locksmith
Description: Repairs locks, changes lock combinations, opens doors and safe locks, and makes new or duplicate keys. Takes apart padlocks, door and safe locks, and other types of locks using various handtools including screwdrivers, cold chisels, and hammers. Repairs or replaces tumblers, springs, and other parts. Opens door locks for which there are no keys. Opens safe locks by manipulating dial and listening to sound of tumblers or by drilling.
Qualification Data: Source Rating(s):
All
Billet Paygrades: E4-E6
Personnel Paygrades: E3-E9
Course: OJT
Open to Women?: Yes
Notes: Seabee personnel assigned to the Naval Support Unit, State Department attend a two week formal training course, Safe and Lock Maintenance course, given by the Diplomatic Security Service, Diplomatic Security Physical Security Laboratory, Newington, VA.
Information contained on this page is derived from the Navy Enlisted Manpower and Personnel Classifications and Occupational Standards Manual, Volume II, NAVPERS 18068F, which is the official manual for Navy Enlisted Classifications (NECs).
