1st Class Electrician

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc.; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. in Metairie, LA is seeking a skilled Electrician with extensive marine electrical experience. The role focuses on installing and repairing wiring, fixtures, and equipment aboard vessels and in shipyard facilities.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of marine electrical experience or 4 years with continuous company tenure, and be able to work in confined spaces and at elevations. Respirator usage may be required and safety policies must be followed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of marine electrical experience or 4 years of continuous Company experience.
• 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

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 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

Skills

Read drawings

Electrical systems knowledge

Marine construction experience

Confined-space work

Tools

Meters & gauges

Soldering

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated Electrician with preferably at least 8 years of marine electrical experience or 4 years of continuous Company experience. The candidate will install and repair wiring, fixtures, and equipment for all electrical services aboard vessels and in shipyard facilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 8 years of marine electrical experience or 4 years of continuous Company experience preferred
• 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

SKILLS

• 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

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 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