Electrical Technician IV

R&P Technologies, LLC•Chesapeake, VA

9d•$68,640 - $74,880

About The Position

R&P Technologies is seeking a shipboard leader and waterfront specialist to lead personnel during post-delivery availabilities and ship repair work across multiple ship classes. The technician provides mentorship and training to Technician Level III, II, and I personnel and ensures electrical production meets the expectations of the Electrical Superintendent and customers. Work must comply with ship specifications and applicable OSHA, NAVSEA, ABS, local shipyard, and R&P safety requirements. The role oversees shipboard installations involving electrical equipment, fiber optics, lighting, announcing systems, RF antennas, audio/video, interior communications and alarms, and network systems. The technician provides guidance to junior personnel, helps resolve task-related issues, and coordinates work during task execution and office periods. The position also supports production planning, troubleshooting, testing, quality assurance documentation, materials coordination, project records, personnel development, and employee records. The position requires a Marine Electrician with 9–14 years of relevant experience working in ship repair aboard U.S. Navy ships, although technical education may substitute for part of the experience requirement. The role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance, as well as the ability to obtain and maintain Navy DBIDS or CAC credentials. Travel to support ship maintenance availabilities and flexibility with scheduling are required. Virginia-location compensation is listed at $33–$36 per hour ($68,640–$74,880 annually), based on individual qualifications and work location.

Requirements

Marine Electrician with 9–14 years of relevant experience working in ship repair aboard U.S. Navy ships; technical education may substitute for part of the experience requirement.
Experience and multi-pin copper connector certification for cables per Navy Standard Item 009-73 (MIL-STD-2003-5).
Cableway certification under NAVSEA Standard Item 009-73 and MIL-STD-2003-4A.
Familiarity with Navy Standard Items.
Ability to read, understand, and follow customer work item requirements, drawings, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
Keen attention to detail and a quality-metric-driven approach.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain Navy DBIDS or CAC card credentials.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Successful completion of Navy “A” School or a shipyard or commercial electrical apprenticeship program.
Proven electrician experience and experience with marine electrical systems.
Prior experience supervising personnel.
Ability to use electrical and hand tools, including wire strippers, voltmeters, and test equipment.
Ability to build MIL-SPEC connectors of various types and sizes using soldering and crimping techniques.
Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving ability.
Ability to lift 50 pounds independently and excellent physical condition.
Willingness to travel to various locations in support of ship maintenance availabilities.
Flexibility with scheduling and planned support due to Navy movements.
Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Adobe Acrobat DC.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within shipyards such as BAE, NASSCO, or HII.
Active fiber certification.
Basic knowledge of fiber optics.
Successful completion of Navy “C” School.
Graduation from a recognized shipyard apprenticeship program.
Shipyard competent person certification.
Current active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily production plans identified by the Electrical Superintendent and customer requirements.
Assist shipboard task leads with installations and troubleshooting electrical systems to identify hazards and malfunctions and repair or replace damaged equipment as needed.
Perform operational testing of affected systems using electrical test equipment.
Ensure personnel follow the company’s QMS and safety programs for assigned tasks.
Assist shipboard leads in creating and maintaining QA binders, POA&Ms, Test and Inspection Plans (TIPs), and daily, weekly, and monthly customer and Operations Manager reports.
Coordinate personnel assignments and job completion across multiple tasks with Lead Technicians, Operations Managers, Superintendents, and subcontractors.
Assist shipboard leads with material research, purchase requests, job planning, and material receipt and inspection.
Help maintain the structure of S-Drive project and production folders, including scanning and uploading QA and shipboard documents for assigned tasks.
Train assigned personnel in areas including connector building, QA forms, organization, and other applicable subjects.
Assist with planning activities that promote team building, employee growth, and recognition.
Assist with maintaining employee records, including training records, charge code authorizations, and job descriptions.
Provide input for biannual evaluations of assigned project personnel.
Provide leadership, guidance, mentorship, and training to junior personnel and help resolve issues that arise during task completion.