Entry-Level Marine Electrician (Norfolk, VA)

Serco; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Inc. in Chesapeake, VA is seeking an Entry Marine Electrician to support U.S. Navy shipboard electrical work. You will join a team performing cabling, equipment, and C5ISR installations on U.S. Naval Ships in Norfolk area.

The role requires a High School Diploma, 1 year of electrical experience on ships, and the ability to obtain an active Secret clearance. OSHA certification and ability to travel up to 10% are preferred; work is onsite and physically demanding.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required and ability to obtain/maintain
• US Citizenship required
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year direct experience with electrical work on ships, boats, and marine equipment
• Ability to access shipyards and pass a background/drug screen
• Familiarity with NAVSEA concepts and procedures

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and correct malfunctions.
• Conduct tests/experiments and adjust test setups as needed.
• Perform electrical work on ships, boats, and marine equipment.
• Repair electrical wiring and power systems aboard vessels.
• Maintain records of engineering data and test results.
• Perform routine tests and operate test equipment.

Skills

Secret clearance

US Citizenship

Physically capable

Safety minded

Onsite Chesapeake

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

OSHA certification

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

If you love and enjoy engaging in manual projects supporting our U.S Naval Ships, Serco has a great opportunity for you! Serco is hiring a Entry Marine Electrician to be part of a dynamic team supporting our US. Navy. You will be part of a team that works closely with the customer and other Serco team members to deliver quality work performed on-board U.S. Naval Ships located in the beautiful surroundings of Norfolk, VA.

Position Description & Qualifications

If you love and enjoy engaging in manual projects supporting our U.S Naval Ships, Serco has a great opportunity for you! Serco is hiring a Entry Marine Electrician to be part of a dynamic team supporting our US. Navy. You will be part of a team that works closely with the customer and other Serco team members to deliver quality work performed on-board U.S. Naval Ships located in the beautiful surroundings of Norfolk, VA.

Serco supports our US Naval Ships with successful and safe work for our Navy customer by providing cabling, equipment, and C5ISR system installations for our Navy and the Military. You will join an active team to perform general manual labor to support this critical mission.

You will join, fabricate, and assemble various electromechanical and electronic assemblies by applying appropriate safety techniques and the work is performed on-board U.S. Naval Ships and military installations. You will also play a critical role in ensuring that successful and safe work is performed on-board U.S. Naval Ships and our Military installations, which is vital to our Mission to protect and serve our Military.

In This Role, You Will

• Perform troubleshooting and correct malfunctions.
• Conduct various tests or experiments, which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement; selects, sets up, and operates standard test equipment and records test data.
• Performs electrical work on ships, boats, and marine equipment.
• Repair electrical wiring, restoring the electrical connection to power a ship's engine and navigation systems, and securing work areas aboard vessels to avoid electrical shock.
• Gather and maintain specified records of engineering data such as tests, drawings, etc.; performs computations by substituting numbers in specified formulas; plots data and draws simple curves and graphs.
• Perform routine tasks or tests such as tensile or hardness tests; operates and adjusts simple test equipment; records test data.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of direct experience with electrical work on ships, boats, and marine equipment.
• Ability to be able to obtain and gain access to shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS), undergo a background investigation and pass a drug screening.
• Ability to obtain an OSHA certification.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
• Ability to work in high heat spaces, climb shipyard dry dock stairs/ladders, work in kneeling position for layout of cable runs under false decking, lift up to 50 pounds with 80% of work requiring carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 40 pounds for majority of shift while being in a standing, crouching, or walking position.
• Attention to safety, which is critical.
• Ability to get respirator qualified and wear proper PPE throughout their work shift.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% to various work sites.
• Ability to work onsite in Chesapeake, VA.

Additional Desired Experience And Skills

• An active or current DoD Secret Clearance.
• An OSHA Certification.

Military Veterans and Spouses encouraged to apply!

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [e-mail].

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The hourly amount for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This role is covered by the Service Contract Act. For positions on this contract, we will pay the prevailing wage rate for the location in which the employee is working, as determined by the Department of Labor and the Wage Determination (WD). The wage rate will vary depending on the locality. Additionally, you will receive Health and Welfare Benefits based on the WD for the contract.

Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time members receive a limited package tailored to their role)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or Service Contract Labor Standards.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [e-mail].