Marine Electrician

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Marine Electrician

| Date: October 20, 2015

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LSA Status: Non-exempt

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Reports To: Facilities Manager

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Schedule: Normally 0700-1530 Monday-Friday however needs of the business will require the candidate to work some weekend, shift work or evenings as required

JOB SUMMARY:

Pacific Shipyards International (PSI) is the shipyard of choice for world class, quality ship repair and conversion in the Mid-Pacific region. PSI has been serving the marine community since 1920, successfully delivering quality workmanship, on-time job completion, and competitive pricing.

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- The primary duties of the Marine Electrician are the installation, test and repair or marine cables and equipment, installation and connection of lighting, electrical power, troubleshooting and repair of shipboard and facilities electrical systems. The Marine Electrician will be required to use and maintain hand and power tools, various test equipment. Must be able to read blueprints, drawings, and schematics.

- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.

- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.

- Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.

- Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps.

- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.

- Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.

- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.

- Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.

- Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.

- Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.

- 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.

- Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.

- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.

- Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.

- Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.

- Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.

- Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.

- Construct or fabricate parts, using hand tools, according to specifications.

- Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.

- Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.

- Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services.

OTHER FUNCTIONS.

- Assist with the set-up and preventive maintenance of equipment

- Learn to operate equipment, including forklifts and manlifts

- Performs other duties as assigned.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

- Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in cosmetic equipment maintenance

- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards

- Knowledge of Hazardous Waste disposal methods

- Knowledge of methods and practices of cleaning and maintaining painting equipment and supplies

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This position is represented by The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Shipbuilders, Blacksmiths, Forgers, and Helpers, AFL-CIO and its Local Lodge 627. Candidates must become a member of the union as a condition of employment.

Must be a U. S. citizen to gain access to BAE controlled work sites.

This position is identified as safety sensitive due to the nature of the work, shipyard work environment, various federal/state/local safety regulations, and equipment used.

All candidates must submit to and pass a post-offer drug screening, and qualify for a Rapid Gate ID card (company expense). Failure to complete any of these steps will result in disqualification.

Candidates must have access to reliable transportation to get to work and other job sites on time for start of shift.

Candidates must be available to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as required.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description.