1st Class Maintenance
Electrician - Second Shift
Purpose:
Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a 1st Class Maintenance Electrician to support maintenance operations on Second Shift in our Shipyard in Norfolk, VA.
Job Description:
- Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials, and operation principles of electrical equipment under direction of supervisor.
- Ensure compliance of OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements concerning work assignments.
- Troubleshoot, install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic equipment not limited to AC/DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, electrical motors, lighting, alarm circuits, cables, and connectors.
- Install and connect facility lighting and equipment circuits using conduit, hangers, and building wire.
- Coordinate preventative maintenance to ensure downtime for repairs is minimized.
- 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.
- Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and other drawings to complete assigned tasks properly.
- Identify and categorize cables by type, number of conductors, and wire size.
- Adjust, align, or replace components of motors, generators, and alternators not limited to bearing, centrifugal switches, brushes, and diodes.
- Test electrical characteristics such as voltage construct instrument panels using hand tools, ruler, dividers, and power drills, following specifications.
- Enter work areas via ladder, stairs, gangways with tool bags and necessary equipment.
- Become familiar with shipboard electrical operations as necessary.
- Disconnect and reconnect motors and electrical equipment.
- Notify supervisors of potentially dangerous electrical equipment and corrective actions taken
- Control cost in assigned area of responsibility.
- Other duties may be assigned as workload dictates.
Qualifications:
- Must have at least seven (7) years of experience as an electrician.
- Must be able to read, interpret, and understand simple schematics and blueprints.
- 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 able to accurately perform component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose problems on the first attempt.
- 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.
- Must have regular, reliable attendance.
Desired Qualifications:
- Ability to obtain DBIDS preferred.
- Maritime experience preferred.
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 & man-lifts.
- While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & 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.
Colonna's 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.
Additionally, Colonna's Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). |
Colonna's Shipyard
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
Mar 21, 2025