Marine Electrician

MARINE ELECTRICIAN

Location : Cape May-Lewes Ferry, Cape May, NJ

Salary : $37.76 per hour ($78,542 annualized)

Opening Date : December 28, 2023 Closing Date : Until Filled

I. POSITION SUMMARY

The Marine Electrician troubleshoots, repairs, and performs installations of electrical

equipment and systems on board Authority vessels, shore-tie installations, and other

shore side facilities. This position is responsible for following established safety practices

while performing assigned duties to protect self, co-workers and the public from personal

injury and to prevent damage to Authority property. This position is a bargaining unit

position that is represented by the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, install, diagnose problems, and service electrical system components
• Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic devices or systems
• Repair and overhaul electric motors and controllers
• Take periodic measurements of electrical devices for ABS and Coast Guard
• Install or maintain shipboard sound powered phone systems
• Repair and maintain normal and emergency power distribution switchboards,

electrical generators, and all other shipboard power distribution components

• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Assist other skilled employees in their craft
• Equipment Used in Job Performance :

o All types of mechanical and pneumatic hand tools

o Drill presses, electric drills and grinders hydraulic hole punches

o Electric wire and cable strippers and crimpers, wire and cable bundling tools,

arbor press

o Motor vehicles including trucks and fork lift

o Two-way radios, computers, soldering equipment, irons and torches

o Assortment of electrical and electronic measuring devices necessary to make

diagnosis and effect repairs

III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Familiar with the use of all types of hand tools and measuring devices
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and blueprints
• Ability to create technical documents and briefings
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to repair and troubleshoot control circuits
• Knowledge of marine electrical requirements of the USCG and ABS with regards to

the Delaware River and Bay Authority vessels

• Ability to install marine cable and wiring in an approved, neat and safe manner
• Knowledge of safety precautions involved in this field
• Knowledge of the NEC, IEEE, IEC and other electrical and electronics and

conventions as they apply to Authority vessels

IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent or equivalent related experience
• Experience working with shipboard electrical systems
• Experience working on vessels certificated by the USCG under Title 46 CFR

Subchapters H or I preferred

V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND / OR CERTIFICATES

• Valid driver's license
• Must apply for and receive Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) and

Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) within 90 days of employment

Must be willing to attend and successfully complete the following training and

obtain required licensing for the following :

• F.C.C. General Radio Telephone License with Radar Endorsement
• Sperry Gyro Training
• Sperry Radar / Radar Unit Training
• Sperry Antenna

VI. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Subject to background investigation and pre-employment physical including

drug test

Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit

with a financial institution or enroll in the payroll card program to receive their

biweekly pay

Must be willing and available for duty at such hours, day or night, as may be

required in order to maintain continuous operation of this facility

• Must be willing to sail on vessels as needed
• Must be able to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes (less than 20

lbs.)

• Must be able to work on high ladders, aloft, or over the side of vessels
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures (heat of cold) and humidity
• Must be able to work in confined spaces which require the use of a respirator

If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the on-line application at

www.drba.net. In addition, please attach a resume to the completed application.

The Delaware River and Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer