The military occupation code 12P – Prime Power Specialist has the following basic knowledge, skills and abilities:
The prime power production specialist supervises, operates, installs and maintains electric power plant and associated auxiliary systems and equipment. They may also act as Liaison Noncommissioned Officer (LNO) and technical advisor to FEMA and other federal organizations.
The following energy occupations align well to this MOS or NEC code:
- Auxiliary Equipment Operator
- Dispatchers
- Electrician (47-2111, 17-3023, 49-9025, 49-9023)
- Engineering Technician (17-3023)Beneficial Education: BS Engineering (multiple disciplines), BS Management / Leadership
- Equipment Specialist
- Instrumentation Specialist
- Master Technician
- Power Plant Operator
- Relay Technicians
- Substation Techs