Lead Mechanic Supervisor - Electrician

Lead Mechanic Supervisor - Electrician

Purpose:
Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a Lead Mechanic Supervisor to support operations at our shipyard in Norfolk, VA.

Position Summary:
The position will support management with training and assignment of semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their ability, experience, and job knowledge in support and execution of production goals in ship repair/industrial fabrication operations.
The position is located on site in Norfolk, VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations. Position may require occasional travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute routine and non-routine production duties in support of operational goals and in compliance with company procedures and policies.
• Perform skilled tasks related to maintenance, repair, installation/removal, new construction, etc. supporting ship repair/industrial fabrication operations.
• Support management to facilitate daily production activities of the team and help ensure employees have all necessary tools, equipment, work procedures, etc. to work safely and efficiently.
• Assist management with timekeeping validation, training, performance management, coaching/counselling, supervision, etc. for employees assigned to their work crews.
• Break down broader production requirements into practical action plans to support safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals while providing constant monitoring of job sites.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, USCG, ABS, U.S. Navy and company safety requirements concerning work assignments.
• Prepare and install equipment or system alterations in accordance with the technical specifications.
• Maintain and repair electrical and electro‑mechanical systems of ferries, dredges, and all other marine vessels.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints, plan, layout and install equipment and cabling.
• 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.
• Repair/replace cables and connectors.
• Utilize production knowledge to make recommendations to support Plan of the Day (POD) for assigned projects and efficiently achieve operational requirements.
• Evaluate job sites and work environments prior to work starting to ensure safe project set‑ups and efficient work evolutions.
• Understand and comply with all technical aspects of the job, including adherence to all contract requirements, drawings, procedures/work instructions, etc.

Additional Duties:

• Review project specifications/SOWs and support creation of requisitions of all needed materials in accordance with contract requirements and associated references.
• Generate and submit production reports to management, including condition and surveillance reports, operational briefs, delivered quality checks, etc. meeting all technical/customer reporting requirements.
• Support management in ensuring tools/resources are mobilized and demobilized from projects appropriately, providing updates on damaged or lost equipment.
• Initiate QA/Customer call‑out and attend/execute TIP inspections.
• Serve as backup/makeup to supervisor as needed.
• Provide input to management and project teams to support schedule, progress, ETC/EAC updates for all projects assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or Registered Apprentice (graduate) or high school and at least 6 years of related trade experience (in the trade to be supervised). Marine Electrician experience is required.
• Ability to understand job specifications, drawings, and corresponding technical references.
• Maintenance and repair of electrical and electro‑mechanical systems of ferries, dredges, and other marine vessels.
• Advanced, hands‑on experience adjusting/aligning or replacing components of motors, generators, and alternators such as bearings, centrifugal switches, brushes, diodes, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of a variety of engine rooms and ship's electrical systems.
• Self‑motivated, able to complete responsibilities with minimal direction, and reliable attendance.

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