Electrician II $3,000 Sign on Bonus

Oceaneering • Chesapeake, VA

3h • $27 - $35

About The Position

As an Electrician II in Oceaneering’s Marine Services Division, you will support the electrical integrity and readiness of marine vessels through hands-on installation, repair, overhaul, modification, and troubleshooting of electrical and electromechanical systems. Work may take place aboard ships or in a shop, with field service support for system grooms, checkouts, minor repairs, and configuration validation. The position may require travel up to 75% of the year, and overtime may be available or required depending on project needs. Candidates must currently hold an active Secret clearance in good standing.

The role is classified as SHOP/OUTDOORS and is primarily outdoors during daytime, with occasional night work. Conditions include frequent exposure to moving and vibrating equipment, high humidity, noise above 85 decibels, glare, dust, fumes, gases, hot or cold environments, and occasional flames, sparks, or hot equipment. The work involves medium physical demands, including lifting, climbing, standing, balancing, bending, reaching, working in confined spaces, and wearing personal protective equipment.

Oceaneering offers learning and development opportunities, ongoing education, technical and leadership training, and potential internal promotion and career advancement. A comprehensive benefits package may include health and wellness, mental health, retirement savings, life and disability coverage, paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Six years of experience as a Marine Electrician or in a similar maritime-industry role.
• Ability to obtain government base access.
• Ability to obtain Fiber Optic Splicing, Deep Submergence Systems (SOC MCD A, B, and C), and SUBSAFE qualifications.
• Ability to pass knowledge and practical skills tests.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the year.
• Currently hold a Secret security clearance in good standing.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and not a dual citizen of another country.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, technical instructions, and manuals, and plan working diagrams and circuits.
• Working knowledge of trade mathematics and formulas needed for relevant calculations.
• Strong critical-thinking skills.
• Strong verbal, oral, and written comprehension and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Apprenticeship diploma and/or additional vocational courses or technical-school training.
• Fiber Optic or Cable Way Certification and/or connector fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic installation, repair, overhaul, or modification of electrical or electromechanical systems and components aboard vessels or in a shop.
• Assist with troubleshooting components and systems to diagnose problems.
• Follow detailed repair procedures and instructions for electrical production operations.
• Assist with on-site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs, and system configuration validation.
• Prepare and install equipment or system alterations in accordance with technical specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, technical instructions, and manuals, and plan working diagrams and circuits.
• Calculate voltage, amperage, and resistance requirements.
• Determine materials and equipment needed for projects or tests, including controls, switches, distribution panels, fuses, cable and conduit sizes, and power sources.
• Use electrical measuring instruments such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and power analyzers.
• Follow safety, quality, and housekeeping standards, including OSHA, SUBSAFE, and other required programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package that may include health and wellness, mental health, retirement savings, life and disability coverage, paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Learning and development opportunities, including HSE awareness, apprenticeships, technical courses, management development seminars, and leadership and supervisory training.
• Potential for internal promotion, long-term employment, and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED