1st Class Electrician

Bollinger-Shipyards; Lockport (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. in Lockport, LA seeks an Electrician, 1st Class to install and repair wiring and equipment aboard vessels and in shipyard facilities.

You will read blueprints, connect power circuits, test electrical parameters, and assemble instrument panels. The role requires hands-on experience with marine electrical systems, the ability to supervise at least five workers, and comfort working in confined spaces and at elevations.

Qualifications

• Eight years marine electrical experience or four years continuous company experience preferred.
• Able to read and interpret standard construction drawings and specifications.
• Good working knowledge of systems operations and job-related tools, gauges, meters, etc.
• Familiar with craft-specific marine construction from design through testing; aware of relevant specs.

Responsibilities

• Reviews blueprints or written specifications to plan installation layout.
• Connects power-supply circuits to radio, radar, sonar, fire control, and other equipment.
• Tests electrical characteristics such as voltage, resistance, and phase angle.
• Constructs and installs instrument panels.
• Provides supervisory duties for a minimum of five workers as needed.

Skills

Read blueprints

Interpret drawings

Electrical testing

Marine electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Tools

Meters

Gauges

Test equipment

Job description

Job Title: Electrician, 1st ClassLocation: Lockport, LAPosition Overview: Bollinger is seeking an Electrician, 1st Class to install and repair wiring, fixtures, and equipment for all electrical services aboard vessels and in shipyard facilities.Key Responsibilities:• Reviews blueprints or written specifications to plan installation layout.• Strips insulation from wire ends and solders ends to terminals.• Connects power-supply circuits to radio, radar, sonar, fire control, and other electronic equipment.• Tests electrical characteristics such as voltage, resistance, and phase angle in circuits.• Constructs and installs instrument panels.• Provides supervisory duties for a minimum of five (5) workers as needed.• Must be able to work in confined/enclosed spaces.• Must be able to work/climb in elevations greater than 5’.• Must be able to wear/work a respirator when applicable.• Must follow all Company policies and procedures, including those relative to employee safety, environmental policy, and the principles of our quality system.• Reports to work daily, on time, and works overtime as required.Qualifications:• Eight (8) years of marine electrical experience or four (4) years of continuous Company experience preferred.Skills and Abilities:• Able to read and interpret standard construction drawings and specifications.• Good working knowledge of systems operations and job-related tools, gauges, meters, etc.• Familiar with all aspects of craft-specific marine construction, from design through installation and testing.• Versed in applicable commercial and military specifications and standards.Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.Applicant Tracking Software by ExactHire: rdw054zn30652n8j6139