MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN-DEPT O43

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

59d•$57,283 - $85,197•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Electrician will troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits, calibrate equipment, interpret schematics, rebuild equipment, install electronic controls, maintain lighting, and perform preventive maintenance. The role may also involve electrical maintenance of cranes. The selected candidate should have completed basic electrical theory classes or possess a journeyman electrician’s license, maintain a good driving record, and be willing to qualify as an equipment operator for equipment such as JLGs, forklifts, and scissor lifts. The position emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and developing a thorough understanding of the National Electric Code. The employee must be able to lift at least 40 pounds, perform manual labor outdoors, understand oral and written instructions, and work the assigned shift according to production needs. Trade school graduation is preferred; prior on-the-job training may be considered instead of electrical theory courses. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Requirements

Complete basic electrical theory classes or possess a journeyman electrician’s license.
Have a good driving record.
Be willing to become a qualified equipment operator.
Be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and perform manual labor outdoors.
Be able to understand oral and written instructions.
Be able to work the assigned shift according to production needs.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Trade school graduate preferred; previous on-the-job training may be considered in lieu of electrical theory courses.
High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits.
Calibrate equipment.
Interpret schematics.
Rebuild equipment.
Install electronic controls.
Perform lighting maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Perform crane electrical maintenance when required.
Prioritize safety and quality workmanship.
Develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of the National Electric Code.
Become qualified to operate equipment such as JLGs, forklifts, and scissor lifts.