Marine Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description: Marine Electrician

Job Summary

As a Marine Electrician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems on marine vessels. Your expertise in marine electrical systems, navigation equipment, and communication systems will contribute to the safe and efficient operation of our maritime assets.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, and repair marine electrical systems, including lighting, power distribution, navigation equipment, communication systems, and control panels.
• Perform electrical maintenance tasks, such as testing circuits, diagnosing faults, and replacing faulty components to ensure reliable operation.
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals to identify appropriate procedures for installation and repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of electrical work, including maintenance schedules, repairs, and inspections.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with other marine professionals, including engineers, technicians, and shipfitters, to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within the vessel’s infrastructure.

Essential Skills & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program for marine electrical work is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Marine Electrician, with a strong track record in marine electrical system installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Expertise in reading, interpreting electrical schematics, diagrams and technical manuals related to marine systems.
• Knowledge of marine electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards.

Safety & Environmental Factors:

All employees are expected to adhere to the company’s safety policies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. This role involves working under extreme hot or cold conditions and requires the physical ability to stand for the entire shift, use hands for various tasks, ascend stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Team members must occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required include close, distant, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Ameri-Force Benefits

As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Industry Leading Pay
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Short-Term Disabilities Benefits
• Term Life Benefits
• Referral Bonuses

*Referral Bonuses are available for specific jobs only

About Ameri-Force

Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering a people-focused approach that provides competitive advantages for our clients and rewarding career opportunities for our contract employees. Our expertise in maritime, manufacturing, industrial, ensures a seamless experience by handling federal and state taxes, unemployment, and worker’s compensation, along with offering comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance. Join Ameri-Force and be part of a company that values your success.

Learn more at ameriforce.com

* Note: The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending on the company’s requirements and the nature of the tasks performed at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Pay: $22 - $32/hr