Deck Electrician (Certification Required)
About The Position
Deck electricians install, repair, overhaul, and operationally test electrical systems aboard ships. Systems may include lighting, power distribution, communication, and navigation. The role involves reading and interpreting complex electrical and electronic schematics and switching among tasks such as connecting lighting and receptacles, installing wireway racks, rebuilding equipment, installing electronic controls, maintaining lighting, performing preventative maintenance, and welding studs to mount equipment. This position is for candidates who have a certificate or diploma in electrical work or a directly related field. Related fields include commercial, residential, industrial, or aviation electrical work; renewable energy; generator installation; and appliance repair. Candidates without experience or certifications are encouraged to apply to the Electrician Trainee requisition.
Requirements
- Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
- Must pass a physical agility test.
- Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb daily.
- Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds and perform overhead work.
- Must be able to work at extreme heights, outdoors year-round in all weather conditions, and in small, tight, confined spaces.
- Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.
- Must be willing to work in radiation areas with appropriate training and equipment.
- Must be clean-shaven to wear a respirator.
- Must be able to work overtime as needed and any shift.
- Must present one or more certificates of completion or a diploma in electrical work 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.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Install, repair, overhaul, and operationally test shipboard electrical systems.
- Read and interpret complex electrical and electronic schematics.
- Perform work involving lighting and receptacle hookups, wireway rack installation, equipment rebuilding, electronic control installation, lighting maintenance, and preventative maintenance.
- Weld studs for mounting equipment.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices
- On-site health centers
- Tele-medicine
- Wellness resources
- Employee assistance programs
- Savings plan options (401K)
- Financial education and planning tools
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts
- Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
- Educational and training programs for continual career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
