Shipboard Damage Control Instructor

Description

This position is currently filled, but we are accepting applications for Ready Replacement Pool consideration.

Prevailance is seeking a mission-focused professional to support the Surface Warfare Schools Command (SWSC) as a Damage Control (DC) Firefighting Contractor Instructor. The instructor will deliver technical and military training, including instruction, testing, remediation, curriculum updates, administration, and safety services for formalized naval training.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical and military training to Department of Defense (DoD) personnel, including U.S. Navy and Allied Forces officers and enlisted personnel
• Support curriculum updates and maintenance, testing, and remediation
• Utilize training aids, electronic podiums, lab equipment, and other instructional tools effectively
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols during training evolutions

Qualifications:

• Graduate of the Navy Instructor Training Course (CIN: A-012-0077) or equivalent (NEC 9502)
• At least three (3) years of technical experience in Damage Control
• At least two (2) years of experience in a Military Training Environment
• Strong knowledge of learning principles, presentation methods, testing, remediation, and training equipment
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols, diesel inspection processes, and shipboard firefighting and damage control procedures

Specific Qualifications:

• Former Senior (E5–E9) Surface Ship Damage Control man or similar rating
• Graduate of at least seven (7) of the following courses:
  • General Shipboard Firefighting Training – SCBA (A-495-0416)
  • Shipboard Firefighting Integrated Team Trainer (A-495-0018)
  • Shipboard Firefighting / Damage Control Emergency Team Member (A-495-0021)
  • Shipboard Aircraft Firefighting (J-495-0413)
  • Air Capable Ship Helicopter Firefighting (J-495-0414)
  • Advanced Shipboard Firefighting (J-495-0419)
  • Damage Control Repair Party Team Leader (K-495-0040)
  • Shipboard Damage Control Team Trainer (K-495-0045)
  • Damage Control Petty Officer (K-495-0440)
  • AFFF Foam Generation (K-495-2179)
  • Gas Free Engineering (K-495-0051)
• Capable of performing all high-risk training evolutions, including ascending/descending ladders, navigating narrow passageways, enduring extreme heat, and lifting up to 50 lbs

Desired Qualifications:

• Navy Damage Control man Chief Petty Officer (CPO) or Engineering Department Leader (e.g., EN, GS, EM) preferred
• Experience with ATG or holding the NEC 9502 Basic Instructor designation
• Shipboard firefighting experience
• Current Basic EMT qualification or higher

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• NEC 9502 Navy Instructor or equivalent certification

Clearance:

• Must be able to obtain a favorable background clearance

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!