Marine Electrician

Global 1st Flagship; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

PTO/Sick time

401K matching

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is seeking a Marine Electrician to join our team. You will work on Navy vessels, performing installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and preservation systems, including dehumidification and fire/flood alarm equipment.

Required five years of Navy/Coast Guard shipboard electrical experience with 3-phase wiring. US citizenship and background check are prerequisites. Excellent benefits and a dynamic, mission-driven workplace await.

Qualifications

• Five years of electrical Navy/Coast Guard shipboard experience preferred.
• Must be able to read small print and hear sufficiently to detect unusual sounds in motors and machinery.
• Background check required; US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, overhaul, and repair electrical and preservation systems on Navy ships.
• Inspect, test, and document equipment performance; fabricate and install electrical components.
• Perform shore power installation/repair and assist in testing fire and flood alarm systems.

Skills

Electrical shipboard experience

3-phase wiring

Job description

Job Description

Here at Global- a 1st Flagship Company (www.globalfirstflagship.com), a woman-owned small business, we believe in Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. We are a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management. Serving as the Department of Navy's trusted Prime Contractor since 1964, we embark on a thrilling mission, managing, operating, and maintaining the U.S. Navy Inactive Ship fleet across diverse locations, including Norfolk, Philadelphia, Bremerton, California, and Hawaii. The journey begins here, and we invite you to set sail with us and make a real impact in our dynamic and innovative work environment! Buckle up for an adrenaline-fueled journey on military vessels such as destroyers, aircraft carriers, and an array of other awe-inspiring Navy vessels! Your golden opportunity for an exhilarating career is knocking - are you ready to answer the call? The journey begins here - with Global- a 1st Flagship Company, where we are currently looking for a Marine Electrician to join our team.

What You'll Be Doing:

Responsibilities include the installation, maintenance, overhaul, and repair of various preservation and support systems, including dehumidification machinery, cathodic protection systems, and fire and flooding alarm equipment. This also encompasses associated components such as motors, transformers, control panels, rectifiers, sensing devices, and automatic control systems. In coordination with the Inspection Department, the incumbent performs periodic inspections and functional tests of preservation equipment using appropriate diagnostic tools, documenting results for official records and reports. Additional duties involve the fabrication, installation, and wiring of a variety of electrical components, including switch panels, indicating devices, resistance heating elements, lighting fixtures, and power or lighting cubicles. The position also includes the installation and repair of shore power systems for berthed vessels. While the workload is generally moderate, periods of elevated activity can occur during power outages, adverse weather conditions, or ship movements. Work conditions may occasionally involve operating at elevated heights, climbing vertical or inclined ladders, and assuming physically demanding positions such as kneeling, stooping, or maneuvering in confined spaces. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and preservation systems (e.g., dehumidification, cathodic protection, fire/flood alarms) including motors, transformers, rectifiers, control panels, and automated controls. Conduct inspections, testing, and documentation of equipment performance; fabricate, wire, and install electrical components such as panels, lighting, and heating units. Perform ship support tasks including shore power installation/repair and flood alarm system setup/testing, often independently and in dynamic operational environments. Work safely in physically demanding conditions (heights, confined spaces, lifting up to 60 lbs over a distance of 200 feet), respond to emergencies, and collaborate across teams to ensure operational readiness and compliance.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Requirements: Required five (5) years electrical Navy or Coast Guard shipboard experience 3 phase wiring and 220 / 440 wiring. Preferred: 5+ years Navy Shipyard experience with 3 phase wiring and 220 / 440 wiring. Knowledge Required: Must be able to read small print and hear sufficiently to detect unusual sounds in motors, blowers, and running machinery. May be exposed to electrical shock, steel projections, falls, poor lighting, and hazardous chemicals and conditions. Position requires a background check. Must be a US Citizen.

Benefit Highlights Include:

• Comprehensive Medical (Blue Shield PPO), Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 17 Days PTO/Sick Time Per Year
• Matching 401K (50% Match up to 8%)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Pet Insurance

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is an E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.