Marine Electrician

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations.

We are seeking a Marine Electrician I to join our Fleet Services Group in Norfolk, VA
, supporting a variety of ship repair, modernization, and Alteration Installation Team (AIT) projects. This position involves working aboard U.S. Navy and commercial vessels to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex electrical systems in a dynamic maritime environment.

The ideal candidate will have some experience with shipboard electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, communications, control systems, and electronic equipment. Prior experience working on military or commercial vessels, especially in support of the U.S. Navy, is highly desirable.

Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Inspect, repair, install, modify, terminate, test and maintain electrical/electronic systems, circuits and equipment.
• Follow basic repair procedures and instructions required to perform production operations.
• Assist with the performance of system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs and system configuration validation.
• Assist with preparing and installing equipment or system alterations in accordance with the technical specifications.
• Read and comprehend electrical schematics.
• Use electronic equipment & a variety of tools to troubleshoot.
• Perform operational tests on installed equipment and systems.
• Utilize knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within industry and NAVSEA Standard Items.
• Construct or fabricate parts: drill out boxes, rebuild MCTs, complete cableways.
• Perform additional duties outside of your standard responsibilities as needed to support production and project completion

Requirements:

• High school/trade or vocational degree.
• Read, interpret, and understand simple schematics and blueprints.
• Applicant must be familiar with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of basic electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance and must be able to obtain DBIDS and be able to access local shipyards and US Navy bases.
• Must be able to understand, read, and communicate in English as required for job instructions, safety information, and team communication.
• Must possess basic hand tools.
• Must be able to pass an Audiogram, Respirator Fit Test, & physical.
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States, up to 25% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
• Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
• Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, as required.
• Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components.
• Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels.
• Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect marine components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment.
• May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
• Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
• May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to exchange and comprehend information.
• Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements.
• Must be physically able to ride ships at sea for extended periods, including withstanding ship motion and working in various sea conditions.

Continental Tide offers an empowering professional environment in a culture that emphasizes teamwork, shared responsibility for company and client success, and personal growth. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and 401K plan with company match.

Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Continental Tide prohibits discrimination against any protected class from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.