Shipboard Marine Electrician - Onboard Electrical Tech

Serco; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Serco Inc. in Chesapeake, VA, is seeking an Entry Marine Electrician to join a team supporting U.S. Navy ships. You will fabricate, assemble, and test electromechanical assemblies on-board vessels, following safety protocols and NAVSEA guidelines.

The role requires 1 year of ship electrical experience, a High School Diploma, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Travel up to 10% and OSHA certification are also expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of direct experience with electrical work on ships, boats, and marine equipment.
• Ability to obtain and gain access to shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS), undergo a background investigation and pass a drug screening.
• Ability to obtain an OSHA certification.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
• Ability to work in high heat spaces, climb shipyard dry dock stairs/ladders, work in kneeling position for layout of cable runs under false decking, lift up to 50 pounds with 80% of work requiring carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 40 pounds for majority of shift while being in a standing, crouching, or walking position.
• Attention to safety, which is critical.
• Ability to get respirator qualified and wear proper PPE throughout their work shift.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% to various work sites.
• Ability to work onsite in Chesapeake, VA.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and correct malfunctions.
• Conduct tests or experiments and record data with standard test equipment.
• Performs electrical work on ships, boats, and marine equipment.
• Repair electrical wiring and secure work areas aboard vessels to avoid electrical shock.
• Gather and maintain records of engineering data and plot data.
• Perform routine tests and operate simple test equipment.

Skills

Electrical work

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Serco Inc. in Chesapeake, VA, is seeking an Entry Marine Electrician to join a team supporting U.S. Navy ships. You will fabricate, assemble, and test electromechanical assemblies on-board vessels, following safety protocols and NAVSEA guidelines.

The role requires 1 year of ship electrical experience, a High School Diploma, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Travel up to 10% and OSHA certification are also expected.