- Builder (US Navy)
Builder (abbreviated as BU) is a
United States Navy occupational rating. A builder is responsible for theconstruction and repair ofwood ,concrete , andmasonry structures. Their work can involvesheet rock , ceramic tile, orpainting , while senior personnel deal with material estimates and labor projections. Builders also conduct the Navy's combat and disaster preparedness operations.cite web
title = Navy enlisted manpower and personnel classifications
work = Bureau of Naval Personnel
publisher =US Navy
url =http://buperscd.technology.navy.mil/bup_updt/508/OccStandards/OccStd_Menu.htm
accessdate = 2007-01-11 ]The Builder's rating badge shows two traditional tools for construction - the carpenter's square and the plumb bob.
At the
Master Chief Petty Officer level, Builder merges with the Engineering Aide and Steel Worker ratings. At this level, they are referred to as Constructionman Master Chief (CUCM).References
ee also
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List of United States Navy ratings
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