Marine Electricians (Journeyperson Electricians)

marineatla

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Marine Atlantic is currently looking for Marine Electricians (Journeyperson Electricians) to work onboard its vessels that operate from the ports of Port aux Basques NL and North Sydney NS year-round, and Argentia NL during the summer season. These positions are permanent, spare and relief positions that are scheduled across the fleet and each tour based on operational requirements. Marine Atlantic is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Preference may be given to members of the following equity deserving groups: women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. If you are a member of one or more of these groups, please state to which group(s) you identify in your application. Reporting to the Chief Electrical Engineer, this position performs preventive maintenance as scheduled and carries out corrective maintenance duties as required. This position also performs preventative maintenance based on assigned job cards. The Marine Electricians’ main responsibility is for all electrical maintenance to be performed on a safe and timely basis pertaining to all departments. This position must have a good understanding of the vessel’s electrical machinery, systems and test equipment, and provide advice when performing difficult tasks. The vessel crew members must have a clear understanding of the Muster list, emergency duties, Vessel Emergency Plan and SOLAS training manual.

Requirements

Interprovincial Red Seal Industrial Electrician Certification
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in the electrical field (troubleshooting, maintenance and repair) along with a strong electronics background.
Must be capable of reading and working from electrical drawings.
Experience in tracing electrical circuits and systems
Must be able to trouble shoot electrical controls and distribution systems
Must have knowledge of a delta distribution system
Motor Control Center and Soft Start Motor Controls experience
Must be familiar with engine alarm and monitoring systems and fire detection systems
Must be familiar with Automation and PMS systems and PLC
Must be familiar with HVAC systems and VFD devices
Must be familiar with generator controls and generator paralleling circuits
Must be familiar with industry standard testing equipment.
Must be able to perform Lock Out /Tag Out procedures
Must have a CPR Certificate
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Excellent teamwork skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Nice To Haves

Previous relevant work experience in a marine environment
Experience and/or training in marine electrical/electronics
Familiarity with computerized preventive maintenance systems
Marine STCW 6.1 and 6.2 Courses, including valid MED refresher
Passenger Safety Management
Marine Advanced First Aid Certificate
Transport Canada Marine Medical

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance as scheduled.
Carries out corrective maintenance duties as required.
Performs preventative maintenance based on assigned job cards.
Ensures all electrical maintenance is performed on a safe and timely basis pertaining to all departments.
Maintains a good understanding of the vessel’s electrical machinery, systems and test equipment.
Provides advice when performing difficult tasks.
Ensures vessel crew members have a clear understanding of the Muster list, emergency duties, Vessel Emergency Plan and SOLAS training manual.