Yard Electrician

Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp•Salisbury, MD

1d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

ABOUT THE JOB: This opportunity is a full-time and benefits-eligible position. YARD ELECTRCIAN REPORTS TO: Electric Supervisor/On-Site Foreman/Shipyard Superintendent MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: The Yard Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems throughout the shipyard.

Requirements

Previous electrician experience working in a shipyard, marine, industrial, or heavy manufacturing environment preferred
Experience with preventative maintenance programs and electrical inspections
Knowledge of corrosive or harsh environmental conditions and appropriate mitigation techniques
Experience reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, wiring schematics, technical manuals, and templates
Familiar with industry codes and regulations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of and use of all tools of their trade to accomplish the more complex tasks associated with electrical installation
Safe use of all tools and equipment
Able to work independently and in a team
All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions
Ability to use upper and lower extremities
Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold
Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes
Ability to traverse uneven terrain, including loose pack gravel
Ability to work over bodies of water
Operate in isolation within the skeleton of ships, wearing heavy protective gear and carrying equipment weighing up to 75lbs
Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required.

Responsibilities

Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems including power distribution, cabling, breaker panels, lighting, and control circuits across shipyard facilities
Diagnose electrical faults using test equipment and schematics; safely isolate, repair, or replace damaged cables, breakers, and electrical components
Inspect electrical infrastructure regularly to identify wear, corrosion, or hazards in harsh marine and industrial environments
Coordinate with production teams to support ongoing shipyard operations and minimize downtime
Maintain accurate maintenance records and inspection reports
All other duties as required

Benefits

Competitive Pay – $25.00 - $38.00 depending on experience and knowledge.
Single and Family Medical + Dental + Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits the 1st of the month proceeding start date
$20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost for full-time employees
$1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions! Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment
Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired
401(K) Eligible to contribute after 1st paycheck and company match after 1 year
Six paid company holidays
Paid sick and vacation! New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment. Combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1,144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10
Health Savings Account
An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce
Overtime available after 40 hours
$2.00 shift differential for evening and night shifts