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NEC Codes - EO 5710 Advanced Equipment Operator

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NEC Designation: NEC EO 5710 Advanced Equipment Operator
Description: Employs the principles and techniques of foremanship. Solves basic mathematics problems related to earthwork production and equipment effectiveness. Applies advanced principles of earthwork. Applies advanced principles of asphalt mixing and paving, and techniques of increasing production rate.
"con't": Operates, adjusts and services asphalt distributors, mixing plants, and pavers. Operates, adjusts, and services cranes with attachment. Operates, adjusts, and services crawler and wheel tractors with attachments and scrapers. Operates, adjusts, and services ditchers, motorized graders and road rollers. Operates, adjusts, and services rock crushers.
Qualification Data: Source Rating(s): EO

Billet Paygrades: E5-E6

Personnel Paygrades: E5-E6

Course: Mandatory

Open to Women?: Yes

Notes: Reserve personnel may earn this NEC upon completion of the Personnel Readiness Capabilities Program (PRCP) equivalency skills listed in NAVFAC PUB P-458.

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).

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