Marine Electrician
About The Position
GDIT is seeking a Marine Electrician to support the SACSS program. This is an onsite position; relocation assistance is not provided. The position involves repairing, installing, replacing, and testing electrical circuits, cables, equipment, and connectors, as well as inspecting electrical, lighting, signal, communication, and power systems. The electrician uses hand tools and testing equipment to identify defects, replace faulty components, dismantle machinery, and install motors, transformers, and lighting fixtures according to diagrams and specifications. Work is performed from drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams and must follow established safety procedures. The role may also involve special projects and other assigned duties. The employee must be able to work aboard ships and in shipyards, industrial conditions, confined spaces, and extreme temperatures, and climb ladders. The role requires lifting, carrying, and transporting equipment and boxes weighing up to 75 pounds. Travel within and outside the continental United States may be required, with the posting listing 10–25% travel and also noting that travel may be required for 20% of the time. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain necessary DBIDS and shipyard badges, as well as Secret clearance.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of related experience.
- Must be able to obtain Secret clearance and necessary DBIDS and shipyard badges.
- Must be able to work in confined spaces, extreme temperatures, aboard ships, in shipyards, and under industrial conditions, and climb ladders.
- Must be able to lift, carry, and transport equipment and boxes weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Required certifications: Cableway Certified; Connector Certified; Modular; COAX; Multi-Pin; Connector Fabricator and Inspector; Connector Trained and Qualified with 40 hours of OJT; Fiber Optic Cable Handling, Pulling, Forming/Shaping, BOF.
Responsibilities
- Repair, install, replace, and test electrical circuits, cables, equipment, and connectors.
- Use hand tools and testing equipment.
- Inspect and test electrical equipment and lighting, signal, communication, and power circuits.
- Locate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using general and specialized testing equipment.
- Replace faulty switches, sockets, and other electrical system components.
- Dismantle electrical machinery and replace defective electrical or mechanical parts, such as gears, brushes, and armatures.
- Mount motors, transformers, and lighting fixtures and complete circuits according to diagram specifications.
- Work from drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Participate in special projects as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match.
- Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
- Full-flex work weeks where possible.
- Paid vacation and holidays, with additional paid time off plans including sick and personal time.
- Paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
- Paid education and certifications.
- Professional growth opportunities and an internal mobility team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
