Marine Electrician

Marine Electrician

Location : Chesapeake, VA

65-75% travel domestically & internationally

U.S. citizen or legally allowed to work in the United States.

Relocation assistance will be provided

Purpose :

This hands-on job involves installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and equipment. Work is performed in the shop and (primarily) on-board customer vessels.

Reports to Technical Director.

Responsibilities :

• Assists with installing, maintaining, repairing, and overhauling marine diesel engines and related equipment.
• Produces written and electronic reports containing inspection data, measurements, failure information, and other job-related results.
• Performs tasks prescribed by work package procedure, schedule, and quality standards according to the project statement of work.
• Compliance with all policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Responsible for the proper use, maintenance, and cleanliness of company and customer-furnished equipment and facilities.
• Acts as a professional representative particularly when interacting and communicating with customers and industry counterparts.
• Accountable for timely and accurate expense management, including labor charging and material usage.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as an engine mechanic or comparable role is required.
• Maintains an active state-issued driver’s license.
• Awareness of engine design and operation.
• Awareness of marine applications and propulsion systems.
• Ability to perform mechanical maintenance and repairs as directed.
• Awareness of electrical / electronic systems maintenance and repair.
• Ability to perform engine / component tests and record measurements.
• Ability to travel frequently (65-75% ) domestically and internationally.
• Ability to work on seaborn vessels environments for extended hours.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related PC functions and programs.
• Ability to comprehend technical drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Maintains personal supply of mechanical hand tools (to be provided before employment).
30+ days ago