DECK ELECTRICIAN - SKILLED
About The Position
Deck electricians install, repair, overhaul, and operationally test electrical systems aboard ships. Work may involve lighting, power distribution, communication, and navigation systems. Electricians read and interpret complex electrical and electronic schematics and switch among tasks such as connecting lighting and receptacles, installing wire-way racks and electronic controls, rebuilding equipment, maintaining lighting, performing preventive maintenance, and welding studs for equipment mounting. The position requires at least 1–3 years of experience as a commercial, residential, industrial, or marine electrician; related experience in mechanical work, carpentry, auto mechanics, roofing, computer/IT, or the military may also qualify. This is a full-time position at Newport News Shipbuilding. The role is not eligible for telework, requires U.S. citizenship, and may involve any shift, overtime as needed, work outdoors year-round in all weather, confined spaces, radiation areas with appropriate training and equipment, and work at extreme heights. The listed salary range is $62,067.20–$64,126.40. Relocation assistance is not available.
Requirements
- At least 1–3 years of experience as a commercial, residential, industrial, or marine electrician, or related experience in mechanical work, carpentry, auto mechanics, roofing, computer/IT, or the military.
- 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.
- Must be able to perform overhead work and work at extreme heights.
- Must be able to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to work 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.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Install, repair, overhaul, and operationally test electrical systems aboard ships.
- Work on shipboard lighting, power distribution, communication, and navigation systems.
- Read and interpret electrical and electronic schematics.
- Perform lighting and receptacle hookups, install wire-way racks and electronic controls, and rebuild equipment.
- Perform lighting maintenance and preventive maintenance.
- Weld studs for mounting equipment.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Weekly paychecks
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Medical benefits, including an on-site health center
- 401(k) company match
- Employee discounts
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices
- Telemedicine
- Wellness resources
- Employee assistance programs
- Savings plan options
- Financial education and planning tools
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
- Educational and training programs for career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
