Journeyman Electrician

ZipRecruiter; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Marine Electrician to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on marine electrical systems, including running cables and managing low voltage equipment. With a focus on safety and mentorship, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values your expertise and contributions. Enjoy the chance to grow your skills while working in a collaborative setting that prioritizes diversity and inclusion. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Qualifications

• 4+ years of marine electrical or cabling experience required.
• Thorough understanding of marine electrical repair processes.

Responsibilities

• Running cables and terminations aboard vessels.
• Preparing work areas and inspecting electrical equipment.
• Mentoring apprentice electricians.

Skills

Marine Electrical Experience

Low Voltage Equipment Knowledge

Cabling Skills

Ability to Read Schematics

Job description

Job Description

As a leading skilled trade organization, we have the resources to help you maximize the skills you’ve developed and to contribute positively to your trade.

LEAD offers great benefits such as paid holidays* and paid sick leave* ( * subject to eligibility requirements) and allows you to CHOOSE how and where you utilize your hard-won skills, along with the opportunity to grow your experience level. Your team at LEAD wants you to have a great fit at a company that values your contributions.

What are you working toward?

Based on your work ethic, development, and dedication to your role, with support from your local branch and job-site leadership, you will develop and strengthen your skill sets.

We are seeking Marine Electrician to become part of our team!

Your responsibilities will include:

• Running cables, lines, and leads, terminations/connector fabrication, packing of cable transits, and harnessing cable aboard vessels.
• Low voltage 220/440 equipment hook ups.
• Preparing work areas, drilling holes, grinding metal surfaces, inspecting, and reporting on cableway and electrical equipment conditions.
• Working and mentoring helper and apprentice level electricians.
• Managing and ensuring that daily required tasks are completed on time and in a safe manner.

Requirements for this role include:

• Must have at least 4 years of marine electrical, low voltage, or cabling experience.
• Candidates must be able to read and comprehend instructions, drawings, prints, diagrams, schematics, and reports.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of equipment and work processes used in marine electrical repair and system installation.
• Non-local candidates must be open to relocating to Norfolk, VA.

Please contact Ashley at 423-825-8091.

LEAD is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, gender, age, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success as a growing company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.