Marine Electrician

Shipyard Staffing LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Marine Electrician with at least three years of experience in industrial, marine, or commercial applications. The role involves installing and maintaining electrical systems on vessels, requiring proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and using various electrical tools. Candidates should be physically capable and possess strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in electrical field.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics.
• Proficient with hand tools and test instruments.

Responsibilities

• Lay and mount electrical equipment and wire ways.
• Install cable penetrations in equipment and decks.
• Perform general electrical installations and terminations.

Skills

Reading electrical installation drawings

Independence in work

Using electrical meters

General deck electrician work

Using electrical hand tools

Physical ability for climbing and crawling

Passing Stud Shooting training

Job description

Electrician Job Description:
The Marine Electrician must have three (3) or more years of experience in the electrical field – Industrial, Marine, or Commercial Nuclear applications.

Required skills:

• Must be able to read and interpret shipboard electrical installation drawings, wiring tables, schematics, and work packages.
• Work independently with proper instruction.
• Proficient in the use of basic electrical meters and test instruments (volt-ohm meter, clamp-on ammeter, insulation resistance testers (mergers, etc.).
• General deck electrician work. (i.e. lay and mount electrical equipment and wire ways; install cable penetrations in equipment, bulkheads, and decks; cable installation; cable terminations; and cut-in and hook-up)
• Proficient in the use of basic electrician hand tools (i.e. Pliers, wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, connector crimping tools, etc.)
• Physically able to climb vertical and inclined stairs and ladders, crawl, bend, stoop, work at heights, and work in confined spaces.
• A Deck Electrician will be required to pass the Stud Shooting training class and the associated vision test.

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