Crane Electrician

Amentum; Kings Bay (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Crane Electrician to support a government contract at Kings Bay. The role requires reading blueprints, installing and testing electrical systems, and performing preventive maintenance on AC/DC equipment.

The position requires at least two years of journeyman-level electrical experience, the ability to work up to 150 feet, and completion of NAVFAC P307 WHE/MHE Electrician Course within 180 days. US citizenship is required for facility access.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to work at heights up to 150 feet.
• Minimum two years journeyman-level electrical experience in weight handling or industrial equipment fields.
• Able to read electrical blueprints and wiring schematics.
• Must complete NAVFAC P307 WHE/MHE Electrician Course within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints and schematics to determine layout of electrical installations.
• Install, inspect, repair and test wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders and lighting fixtures.
• Maintain, test and install AC/DC motors, generators and control systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance per P307 requirements.
• Install WHE/MHE instrumentation and related devices.
• Install conduit using threading, cutting and bending equipment.
• Replace defective breakers, switches, fuses and other wiring devices.
• Use electrician hand tools and testing instruments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical wiring

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical test instruments

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is currently seeking for a Crane Electrician to support a government contract based in Kings Bay, Georgia.

Position Summary

Crane Electricians read, interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine layout of WHE/MHE electrical equipment installations. Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, co-axial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components. Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance. Maintains, repairs, tests, and installs alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) electrical motors, generators, alternators, and electrical control systems and other related devices. Conducts preventive maintenance in accordance with P307 requirements. The Crane Electrician may also install WHE/MHE instrumentation and related devices. Installs conduit using threading, cutting, and bending equipment and tools. Replaces defective circuit breakers, switches, fuses, and other electrical wiring devices. Uses a variety of electrician's hand tools, testing, and measuring instruments. May perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Must be able to work at heights up to 150 feet, including work from mechanical lifting devices.
• Minimum two (2) years of 'hands-on' experience at the electrical journeyman-level with experience in either weight handling equipment, material handling equipment or industrial equipment fields.
• Must have proven ability to read and comprehend electrical blueprints and wiring schematics
• Must have ability to troubleshoot using a systematic approach and repair AC and DC electrical control systems including motors, motor controls, transformers, switchgear, electrical panels, and other associated equipment
• Must successfully complete NAVFAC P307 WHE/MHE Electrician Course and General Crane Safety Course within 180 days of employment.
• Must complete eight (8) hours of National Electrical Code Safety training bi-annually.
• Must become CPR-certified by a nationally recognized organization such as American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Must possess the standard tools associated with the electrical trade
• Must possess a valid state driver's license
• Must have and wear hard-toed safety shoes that meet ASTM F2413-0S standards.
• Successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

Physical Requirements

• Walking: Frequent
• Standing: Frequent
• Climbing: Up to 150 feet
• Stooping/Bending: Moderate
• Crawling: Occasional
• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs.
• Personal Protective Equipment will be required.

Other Responsibilties

• Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

Compensation Details

$36.45

Original Posting

09/03/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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