Veterans Guidebook to Residental Building

Marine Corps Engineer School and acquisition billets at the

Marine Corps Systems Command.

See Construction Managers on p. 70

See Electricians on p. 62

See HVAC Mechanics and Installers on p. 67

See Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters on p. 73

1169 Utilities Chief (Marine Corps – Enlisted)

Utilities chiefs are technical advisers to the commander at all

levels of all elements of the various MAGTFs on the employ-

ment of utilities support. These staff noncommissioned officers

analyze, translate, and execute commanders’ operational

requirements into a utilities support reality that enhances

mission accomplishment. They plan and supervise the estab-

lishment, operation, and maintenance of water filtration/purifi-

cation, storage, and distribution sites; electric power generating

sites along with the inherent underground, above-ground, and

overhead electric power distribution systems; and shower and

laundry services. They coordinate and supervise the installa-

tion, maintenance, and repair of heating, air conditioning (to

include automotive), and refrigeration equipment; and the

maintenance and repair of the electrical systems on engineer

and general supply equipment. Water quality assurance, field

sanitation, sewage, and waste disposal are also planned, coordi-

nated, and supervised.

See Construction Managers on p. 70

See Electricians on p. 62

See HVAC Mechanics and Installers on p. 67

See Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters on p. 73

1171 Water Support Technician (Marine Corps –

Enlisted)

Water support technicians install, operate, inspect, and perform

preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, water

filtration/purification equipment, water storage/distribution

systems, and laundry and shower facilities. They conduct and

evaluate water surveys, water reconnaissance, and water quality

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