Marine Deck Electrician: Shipboard Electrical Pro

MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation

Insurance – medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Mills Marine is seeking a Marine Deck Electrician for Newport News, VA and surrounding bases. You will install, diagnose, repair, and test shipboard electrical systems on Navy and commercial vessels, reading schematics and wiring diagrams to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires 2+ years of marine electrical experience, ability to work 8–12 hour shifts, and willingness to overtime. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with safety certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; OSHA Maritime/CPR/First Aid preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of marine/shipyard electrical experience; ability to obtain shipyard access credentials.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and test shipboard electrical systems and equipment.
• Read and interpret drawings, wiring diagrams, and manuals.
• Coordinate work with supervisors and other trades to meet schedules.
• Ensure compliance with NAVSEA, OSHA, and safety policies.
• Complete required documentation and inspections.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Read/write effectively

Marine electrical experience

Electrical safety (LOTO)

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid (OSHA Maritime)

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Power tools

Job description

Mills Marine is seeking a Marine Deck Electrician for Newport News, VA and surrounding bases. You will install, diagnose, repair, and test shipboard electrical systems on Navy and commercial vessels, reading schematics and wiring diagrams to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires 2+ years of marine electrical experience, ability to work 8–12 hour shifts, and willingness to overtime. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with safety certifications preferred.