Electrician

KMS Solutions, LLC•Silverdale, WA

14d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrician position installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems in both commercial and marine environments. Also ensures all work meets safety standards, building codes, and operational requirements.

Requirements

Minimum 15 years of commercial experience or 8 years of military experience with transferable MOS/NEC/A school/C school/Aux package training/NNPS experience.
Minimum 10 years of commercial experience or 5 years of military experience in either conventional or nuclear electrical fields.
Ability to read blueprints and technical diagrams.
Basic experience with Microsoft programs.
An active DoD Secret security clearance or higher.

Nice To Haves

OSHA Safety Certificate.
Electrical Technician Certification.
Electrical Maintenance Technician Certificate.
Certified Electronic Systems Technician.
State or local electrician license (Journeyman or Master).
Experience with vessel shore power.
110VAC single phase up to 480VAC three phase.

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, and repair marine electrical systems including AC/DC circuits, switchboards, generators, motors, batteries, and control panels.
Diagnose electrical faults using multimeters, insulation testers, and other diagnostic tools; document findings and corrective actions.
Install new electrical components such as wiring, breakers, and lighting systems.
Perform preventative maintenance on vessel electrical systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
Ensure compliance with USCG, ABS, ABYC, NFPA 70 (NEC), and other relevant marine electrical standards.
Troubleshoot and repair propulsion‑related electrical systems, including engine harnesses, alternators, starters, and control modules.
Maintain and repair shore‑power systems, grounding systems, and bonding networks.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Document all work performed, including parts used, test results, and safety checks.
Follow strict safety protocols for confined spaces, energized systems, and marine environments.
Perform work as assigned by a supervisor in all weather conditions indoors and outdoors. Maintain a clean and organized shop. Lift and carry 50 plus pounds. Properly use PPE (eyewear, gloves, hearing protection, hardhat, clothing, safety toe shoes, personal floatation, fall protection harness/lanyards. Work well with others as a team and independently.
Perform adequate custodial duties to maintain shop and facility cleanliness.
Complete and maintain a DOT medical/physical exam as required to operate forklifts and cranes.
Work in a marine environment on or near the water, on boats, barges and piers, and making up mooring lines and shore power connections.