1st Class Electrician

Colonna's Shipyard, Inc • Norfolk, VA • 22h ago

Job Description:

Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials and principles of operation of electrical equipment under direction of supervisor.

Ensure compliance of OSHA, USCG, ABS, U.S. Navy and company safety requirements concerning work assignments

Prepare and install equipment or system alterations in accordance with the technical specifications.

Maintain and repair electrical and electro-mechanical systems of ferries, dredges, and all other marine vessels.

Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints, planning, laying-out and installing equipment and cabling.

Place conduit, pipes or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.

Repair/Replace cables and connectors.

Install, maintain, and repair AC and DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, lighting and alarm circuits, electronic equipment and cables.

Disconnect and reconnect motors and electrical equipment.

Adjust/align or replace components of motors, generators, and alternators such as bearings, centrifugal switches, brushes, diodes, etc.

Install conduit to bulkheads with brackets and screws, using hand tools, and threads wires through conduit to terminals, such as connection boxes, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, and switch panels.

Perform maintenance and repair of generators, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, electrical motors, distribution panels, alarm and lighting circuits.

Identify various cables by cable @types, number of conductors and wire size.

Remove and install cables found overhead (ceiling), along a bulkhead (wall) or underneath deck (floor)- cable runs may range from a few feet to more than a thousand feet. Assistance during the cable runs varies according to the cable size, length of the run, and physical difficulty.

Test electrical characteristics such as voltage construct instrument panels, using hand tools, rulers, dividers, and power drills, following specification.

Notify supervisors of potentially dangerous electrical equipment noted and corrective actions taken.

Board ships via stairs, ladders, and gangways with tool bags and needed equipment.

Control cost in assigned area of responsibility.

Understand and act upon instruction / work independently to complete responsibilities.

Other duties may be assigned as workload dictates.

Qualifications:

Must have at least seven (7) years of experience as an electrician in the maritime industry.

Must be familiar and able to understand NAVSEA Standard Items.

Must have knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the trade. (i.e., flukes, meggers, temp sensors, drills, blast machines, grinders, test panels.)

Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of wire sizes and capacity of each.

Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of AC and DC power and control of same.

Must be familiar with a variety of engine room and ship's electrical systems.

Must be able to expertly perform installation, repair, overhaul, or modification of shipboard items or in shop to electrical or electromechanical systems and components.

Must be able to accurately perform component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose problems first time thorough.

Must be able to assist with the performance of on-site electrical service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs, connectorization, and system configuration validation.

Must be able to work effectively with others, be a steady, reliable worker and have regular attendance.

Desired Qualifications:

Prefer DBIDS eligibility.

Previous experience with Temp Services or Shore Power preferred.

Previous experience working at Colonna's Shipyard highly preferred.

Security:

Position requires US Citizenship.

Travel Requirements:

Minimal Travel; 10% or less.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs.

Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.

May ride ships at sea for extended periods

Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.

Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.

Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts and man-lifts.

While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk and sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear.Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl.

Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation

Frequent use of respirator.

Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.

Respect, Pride, Truth, Family - These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonnas Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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