DECK ELECTRICIAN (CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Deck electricians are largely responsible for the installation, repair, overhaul, and operational testing of the electrical systems aboard the ship. Electricians can be working on one of the many electrical systems aboard the ship including lighting, power distribution, communication or navigation. Electricians read and interpret complex electrical and electronic schematics. The job of an electrician is unique in that it requires an individual that can quickly switch between differing tasks ranging from lighting and receptacle hook-ups, installing wire way racks, rebuilding equipment, installing electronic controls, lighting maintenance, performing preventative maintenance, or welding of studs for mounting equipment. This position is for job seekers who have received and provide a certificate or diploma in Electrical or a directly related field. Directly related fields include Commercial/Residential/Industrial/Aviation Electrical, Renewable Energy, Generator Installation, and/or Appliance Repair.

Requirements

Present one or more certificates of completion or diploma in electrical or a directly related field from a high school vocational program, community college, trade school, technical college, apprentice program, post–secondary institution, or military equivalent.
Able to work at extreme heights or small confined spaces.
Able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.
Able to lift 40lbs.
Must take and pass a respirator fit test.
Able to work assigned shift as production needs.
Able to pass a Physical Agility assessment.
Able to take measurements or be willing to learn.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Installation, repair, overhaul, and operational testing of electrical systems aboard the ship.
Working on electrical systems including lighting, power distribution, communication, or navigation.
Reading and interpreting complex electrical and electronic schematics.
Switching between differing tasks such as lighting and receptacle hook-ups, installing wire way racks, rebuilding equipment, installing electronic controls, lighting maintenance, performing preventative maintenance, or welding of studs for mounting equipment.