Maintenance Electrician

Accelera; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a qualified Maintenance Electrician to diagnose and repair electrical systems in a shipyard environment in Texas. The role focuses on maintaining power distribution units, lighting, electrical panels, and motor controls to keep operations efficient.

You will read wiring diagrams, analyze schematics, and apply testing tools to pinpoint faults and verify repairs. A electrical apprenticeship or trade school background is required, with preference for marine/heavy industrial

Qualifications

• Background as maintenance or industrial electrician.
• Skilled in electrical troubleshooting and three-phase power.
• Able to read electrical blueprints and use test meters safely.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork in shipyard settings.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical malfunctions across shipyard machinery, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Execute routine upkeep on power distribution units, lighting, electrical panels, motor controls, and motors.
• Examine electrical components, wiring, and connections to facilitate repairs.
• Analyze manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics to guide work.
• Utilize specialized testing tools to pinpoint faults and confirm repairs.
• Document maintenance activities and coordinate with operations staff to streamline workflows.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Interpret electrical blueprints

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Electrical apprenticeship or trade school

Tools

Multimeter

Clamp meter

Test instruments

Hand tools

PLCs familiarity

Job description

• Diagnose and resolve electrical malfunctions across shipyard machinery, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Execute routine upkeep on power distribution units, lighting, electrical panels, motor controls, and motors to ensure operational efficiency.
• Examine electrical components, wiring, and connections to facilitate necessary repairs or component replacements.
• Analyze equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics to guide technical work.
• Utilize specialized testing tools to pinpoint electrical faults and confirm the success of completed repairs.
• Adhere to strict shipyard electrical safety protocols, specifically energy isolation and lockout/tags-plus requirements, to foster a secure environment for all personnel.
• Document maintenance activities precisely and collaborate with operations and maintenance staff to streamline repair workflows.

Required Qualifications

• Prior professional background working as a maintenance or industrial electrician.
• Solid understanding of electrical troubleshooting, motor controls, and three-phase power systems.
• Proficiency in interpreting electrical blueprints and utilizing hand tools, testing instruments, and meters safely.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving capabilities, consistent attendance, and a dedication to maintaining high safety standards.
• Capacity to function effectively both as an individual contributor and as a collaborative member of the maintenance crew.
• Physical ability to carry out essential job functions within a shipyard setting, such as working in outdoor conditions, climbing ladders, and maneuvering to reach equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Desired Background

• Prior experience in marine, shipyard, heavy industrial, or manufacturing maintenance environments.
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and 480-volt systems.
• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship program or relevant trade school education.

Hiring Conditions

Finalizing your employment depends on the successful completion of a background screening and mandatory pre-employment medical assessments. We will also confirm your legal eligibility to work using E-Verify.