Summary:
Performs a variety of complex electrical trade functions such as the rip out, installation, maintenance, or repair of
electronics and/or electrical equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy onboard U.S.
vessels/government installations with some supervision.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Reports directly to the Electrical Supervisor.
· Performs component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose the problem and provide most cost-
effective recommendation for completing repairs.
· Performs and/or verifies mechanical alignments.
· Performs rip out, installation, repair, overhaul, or modification in place or in shop to electronic or
electromechanical systems and components (e.g., controllers, switches, pumps, etc.).
· Assists with the performance of on-site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs, and
system configuration validation.
· Prepares and installs equipment or system alterations (e.g., TEMPALTs, SHIPALTs, ORDALTs, etc.) IAW the
directives (i.e., instructions, drawings, Technical Manuals, MILSPECs, etc.).
· Notifies Supervisor of any unsatisfactory condition(s) identified during the production operation (i.e., repair,
modification, etc.).
· Maintains good housekeeping practices, turning off machines when not in use, disposing of waste properly,
sweeping the area, etc.
· Strictly adheres to corporate, federal, state, and local safety regulations. Ensures that all Personnel Protective
Equipment (PPE) is worn and that all damaged PPE is discarded.
· Performs rip out installation, repair, overhaul, or modification shipboard or in shop to electrical or
electromechanical systems and components.
· Performs component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose problems.
· Ensures that all requirements and detailed repair procedures and instructions are followed according to the
company’s work instructions, work packages, management guidance to complete the production operations.
· Works from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications, inspects and tests electrical systems and
equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices.
· Works standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment and uses a
variety of electrician’s hand tools to measure and test instruments.
· Follows blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to
shipboard requirements.
· Troubleshoots motor controllers, control panels, power distribution panels, and any electrical item in the
yard.
· Performs Electrical Testing using multimeter, meggers, amp meters, load banks.
· Assembles multi-pin connectors and fiber optic connections.
· During down time must be willing to work with other trades
· Installs and seats brushes for AC and DC motors / generators.
QUALIFICATIONS
· High school diploma or equivalent or vocational training.
· At least 5 years’ experience as a marine electrician.
· Understands and is familiar with NAVSEA Standard Items.
· Follows NAVSEA Standard Items.
· Experienced in the performance of Energized Circuit work. Basic knowledge of AC and DC electrical theory,
power generation, control, and distribution.
· Communicates effectively, work independently or in a group.
· Ability to do basic math, i.e., add, subtract, divide and multiply.
· Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
· Ability to obtain access to military and government installations worldwide.
· Ability to travel required.
Physical Requirements:
· Requires walking, reaching, sitting and concentration in the presence of occasional noise.
· Able to move in narrow and restricted passageways, up/down steep and narrow ladders, or stairways, and up
and down antenna masts/yardarms (onboard ships).
· Able to lift, carry and move objects up to 50lbs in weight.
· Must have manual and finger dexterity; able to grasp, manipulate, assemble small objects.
· Able to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate,
or assemble objects.
· Able to perceive and distinguish normal range of colors.
· May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety
glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and steel-toe boots.
Tool Requirements:
· Wire strippers
· Side Cutters (Dikes)
· Sta-Kon Crimping Tool
· Needle nose pliers
· Vice Grips
· Channel locks
· Adjustable wrenches
· Wrench set up to 1”
· Socket set up to 1”
· Allen wrench set up to 3/8”
· Ball pen hammer and center punch
· Flashlight
· Tape measure or stick rule
· Assorted Screwdrivers
· Fuse pullers
· Knife, razor, or electricians’ knife
· Pen and pencils
· Tool bag, pouch, or toolbox
Primary Work Location: Newport News, VA
Fairlead Integrated, LLC. and its subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Employ Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers (Minority / Female / Disability / Veterans).
To apply for this position, go here: Employment Application – Fairlead Integrated