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Continental Tide Defense Systems · 5 months ago

Marine Electrician I

Norfolk, VA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. is an industry leader providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy and other DoD organizations. They are seeking a Marine Electrician I to support ship repair and modernization projects, focusing on the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of complex electrical systems on vessels.

Industrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringTechnical Support

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Inspect, repair, install, modify, terminate, test and maintain electrical/electronic systems, circuits and equipment

Follow basic repair procedures and instructions required to perform production operations

Assist with the performance of system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs and system configuration validation

Assist with preparing and installing equipment or system alterations in accordance with the technical specifications

Read and comprehend electrical schematics

Use electronic equipment & a variety of tools to troubleshoot

Perform operational tests on installed equipment and systems

Utilize knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within industry and NAVSEA Standard Items

Construct or fabricate parts: drill out boxes, rebuild MCTs, complete cableways

Qualification

Shipboard electrical systemsElectrical schematicsNAVSEA standardsBasic hand toolsAttention to detail

Required

Read, interpret, and understand simple schematics and blueprints

Applicant must be familiar with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of basic electrical repair, fabrication, and installation

Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance and must be able to obtain DBIDS and be able to access local shipyards and US Navy bases

Must possess basic hand tools

Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States

Must be able to pass an Audiogram & Respirator Fit Test

Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions

Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore

Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, as required

Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components

Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels

Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect marine components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment

May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation

Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing

May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment

Must be able to communicate effectively to exchange and comprehend information

Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold

Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements

Must be physically able to ride ships at sea for extended periods, including withstanding ship motion and working in various sea conditions