Marine Electrician: Power Systems & Shipyard Tech

ASRC Industrial; Morgan City (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

US Coatings, LLC is seeking a Marine Electrician to support shipyard sandblasting and coating operations by maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems powering critical surface-prep and environmental-control equipment.

This role requires hands-on work aboard ships and in dry docks, reading schematics, performing preventive maintenance, and cooperating with production crews to ensure safety and efficiency in a high-moisture, hazardous environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 480V three-phase power, motor controls and VFDs.
• Experience with heavy industrial equipment such as compressors, blowers, pumps and high-capacity ventilation systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and manuals.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces aboard vessels.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems for sandblasting pots, compressors, dust collectors, blast booths and abrasive recovery systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues on dehumidifiers, heaters, ventilation units and other environmental‑control equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on motors, control panels, sensors, switches, relays and power distribution components.
• Inspect and test electrical wiring, circuits and components to ensure compliance with shipyard safety standards and electrical codes.
• Diagnose equipment failures using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers and other diagnostic tools.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals and technical specifications.
• Install temporary and permanent power systems to support blasting and coating operations aboard ships and in dry docks.
• Ensure proper grounding, bonding and overload protection for all equipment in high‑moisture and hazardous environments.
• Coordinate with production teams to minimise downtime and support safe, efficient workflow.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs and parts usage in accordance with company procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, hazard assessments and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Electrical systems

Three-phase 480V

Motor controls

VFDs

Heavy industrial equipment

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

NFPA 70E

Lockout/tagout

Confined spaces

Communication

Independent worker

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Insulation testers

Power distribution equipment

Job description

US Coatings, LLC is seeking a Marine Electrician to support shipyard sandblasting and coating operations by maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems powering critical surface-prep and environmental-control equipment.

This role requires hands-on work aboard ships and in dry docks, reading schematics, performing preventive maintenance, and cooperating with production crews to ensure safety and efficiency in a high-moisture, hazardous environment.