Marine Electrician: Vessel Power & Systems Expert

Metson Group; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Metson Marine Services, Inc. (MMSI) in Pensacola, FL, is seeking a skilled Marine Electrician to join our field operations. You will install, maintain, and repair electrical systems aboard vessels, supporting mission-critical maritime services.

You will read blueprints and schematics, perform diagnostics, and ensure compliance with ABYC standards and safety regulations. This role offers on-site work across Gulf Coast locations and opportunities to contribute to oil spill response teams.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of marine electrical systems, generators, switchboards, and control systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of electrical testing equipment and diagnostic procedures.
• Familiarity with ABYC standards and marine electrical best practices preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a marine or industrial environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required certifications, licenses, or security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair marine electrical systems.
• Develop power generation, distribution, and utilization work on vessels.
• Install/repair generators, switchboards, panels, wiring, lighting.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
• Diagnose faults and determine corrective actions.
• Perform electrical calculations for loads and capacities.
• Use testing tools to inspect and verify system performance.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and document activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, ABYC standards.
• Support maintenance and operation of vessels, piers, docks, ports.
• Join Oil Spill Response Team and support response activities.
• Assist small boat crew under Coxswain direction.
• Maintain safe, organized work environment.
• Perform other duties to support contract.

Skills

Marine electrical

Troubleshooting

Electrical repair

Reading schematics

Electrical testing

ABYC standards

Security clearance

Job description

Metson Marine Services, Inc. (MMSI) in Pensacola, FL, is seeking a skilled Marine Electrician to join our field operations. You will install, maintain, and repair electrical systems aboard vessels, supporting mission-critical maritime services.

You will read blueprints and schematics, perform diagnostics, and ensure compliance with ABYC standards and safety regulations. This role offers on-site work across Gulf Coast locations and opportunities to contribute to oil spill response teams.