Marine Electrical Helper

Waveforce Electrical, LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Waveforce Electrical, LLC in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a Marine Electrical Helper to support seasoned electricians on shipboard electrical tasks. You will assist with cabling installation/removal, move materials, and help install equipment aboard ships, barges, and submarines.

This is an entry-level position with hands-on training and a clear path to skilled marine electrician or electronics technician roles. The role emphasizes safety, physical labor, and teamwork in a maritime work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• No prior ship repair experience required but helpful.
• Willing to perform manual labor on vessels and learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced marine electricians with cabling installation and removal.
• Move materials and install/remove shipboard equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area aboard ships and in shipyards.
• Use hand tools, grinders, drills, and related equipment safely.
• Follow Waveforce Electrical safety procedures and team directions.
• Support travel to nearby yards as needed (<25%).

Skills

Hand tools

Electrical multimeter

Shipboard wiring

Tools

Grinder

Reciprocating saw

Drill

Multimeter

Job description

Marine Electrical Helper Hourly-Non-Exempt Position

Location

Norfolk, VA

About Us

Waveforce Electrical is a small but growing business specializing in electrical / electronic ship repair, maintenance and modernization serving private and public shipyards and primarily Government customers. We are dedicated to delivering top-quality services to our clients, ensuring their vessels are maintained to the highest standards. Our team is composed of skilled professionals who are passionate about maritime services and committed to excellence.

Position Overview

The Marine Electrical Helper will be responsible for supporting marine electricians and electronic technicians in the accomplishment of various shipboard marine electrical tasks. Tasks will include but not necessarily be limited to movement of materials and the removal and installation of cable and equipment. The work will involve manual labor and will primarily be accomplished onboard ships and boats in private and public shipyards and naval bases.

No direct experience is required for this position. The applicant must be willing to perform manual labor on ships, barges and submarines in an industrial environment and must be willing to take direction and learn. This position is an entry level position at the ground floor within Waveforce Electrical that will afford the applicant the opportunity to learn, train and advance towards a skilled entry level marine electrician or electronics technician position within the company.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to learn and accomplish the following under the supervision of experienced marine electricians/electronics technicians
  • Installation and removal of shipboard electrical cabling and electronic equipment
  • Perform various manual labor tasks, to include bolting and unbolting electrical and electronic equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized shipboard working area
• Able to use hand tools, grinders, reciprocating saws, drills
• Required to have personal hand tools and an electrical multimeter. Marine Electrical Helpers will be properly trained in the use of all tools and electrical multimeters prior to use
• Perform all work in accordance with the established policies and procedures detailed in the Waveforce Electrical Safety Manual
• Capability to perform physical labor on ships, barges and submarines
• Capability to work collaboratively in small, supervised shipboard teams
• Capability to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds
• Occasional travel required (<25%)

Experience Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Prior experience in the ship repair and ship modernization industry is not required but is a plus

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass Waveforce Electrical pre-employment drug and background screening.
• Must be able to obtain government facility and/or shipyard access, to include a DBIDS credential, as required by work locations

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and other insurance.
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waveforce Electrical is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.