Electrical Operations Leader — Marine Terminal & Cranes

CGB Enterprises Inc

Louisiana

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick)

Job summary

Cooper Consolidated is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician Lead to oversee the safe, reliable operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical systems for cranes, barges, shore-powered equipment, and terminal operations along the Mississippi River.

You’ll manage electricians and contractors, ensure OSHA/NFPA compliance, and drive reliability across marine infrastructure.

Qualifications

Education Required – Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Electrical Technology, or related.
Experience Required – 7 years’ experience in industrial electrical maintenance, including 3 years supervisory/management experience.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical maintenance personnel through coaching, training, performance management, and workforce planning.
Establish and maintain electrical maintenance standards, procedures, best practices, and reliability programs to support safe and efficient operations.
Oversee preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities for electrical systems across cranes, barges, terminals, and related facilities.
Provide technical expertise for power distribution systems, motor controls, drives, PLCs, automation systems, crane controls, generators, and marine electrical infrastructure.
Direct troubleshooting efforts, root cause investigations, and corrective actions to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Ensure the safe operation and regulatory compliance of electrical systems in accordance with OSHA, NFPA, company safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and applicable marine regulations.
Manage contractor relationships and oversee third-party electrical service providers to ensure quality, safety, and performance standards are met.
Plan, prioritize, and coordinate electrical resources and maintenance activities to support uninterrupted cargo-handling and terminal operations.
Lead electrical capital projects, equipment upgrades, modernization initiatives, and commissioning activities from planning through implementation.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, monitor maintenance expenditures, and support procurement of electrical equipment, services, and critical spare parts.
Evaluate and implement technologies, automation enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives that increase equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
Monitor performance metrics and drive improvements in electrical system availability, maintenance effectiveness, workforce capability, and overall operational performance.