Marine Electrician II

Company Overview

Continental Tide Defense Systems Inc. (Continental Tide) is headquartered in Reading, PA with additional locations in Philadelphia;
San Diego, CA;
Bremerton, WA and Norfolk, VA. We specialize in providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other Department of Defense organizations. Our culture emphasizes that every employee’s voice is heard, regardless of title, and supports growth and development. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

We are searching for skilled Marine Electricians II for our Fleet Services in Norfolk, VA. The successful candidate will join our Fleet Services Group performing ship repairs, modernization, and AIT projects.

• Inspect, repair, install, modify, and maintain electrical/electronic systems, circuits, and equipment.
• Set up, check, and correct operational and experimental electrical machinery, circuitry, and equipment while adhering to pre-established guidelines and engineering specifications.
• Perform component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose problems and provide the most cost‑effective recommendations for completing repairs.
• Perform and verify mechanical alignments.
• Perform on‑site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs and system configuration validation.
• Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections and testing devices.
• Assemble multi‑pin connectors and fiber‑optic connections.
• Utilize standard concepts, practices, and procedures in industry and NAVSEA standard items.
• Repair and replace cables and connectors.
• Participate in the installation, maintenance of combat systems, PLCs, AC and DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, lighting and alarm circuits.

• Read, interpret, and understand simple schematics and blueprints.
• Repair and replace cables and connectors.
• Participate in the installation and maintenance of AC and DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, lighting, and alarm circuits.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install electronic equipment and cables.
• Be familiar with NAVSEA standards, concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
• Must have or be able to obtain a SECRET clearance and must be able to obtain DBIDS and access local shipyards and U.S. Navy bases.
• Possess basic hand tools.
• Must be able to walk, stand for long periods, sit, bend, stretch, reach, squat, and twist.
• Be able to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes; required to lift no less than 30 lbs.
• Be able to work on and climb ladders, in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, and in confined spaces.
• Be able to perform other duties that may involve high heat, humidity, noise, dirty conditions, working aloft, or over the sides of vessels.
• May ride ships at sea for extended periods.
• May require wearing a respirator.
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

• Cableway Certified*
• Certified in 'Multi‑pin' connectors IAW MIL‑STD‑20035A (SA)*
• Certified in fiber‑optic: CFOS/O, CFOS/C, CFOS/S, CFOS/T, CFOS/FC*
• Experience with PLCs, fiber optics, and integrated network systems preferred*
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience as a marine electrician with 3 or more years of supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience maintaining budgets and material resources for maintenance and repair of electrical and electro‑mechanical systems of ferries, dredges, and military vessels.
• Familiar with NAVSEA standard item requirements.
• Certified to accomplish wire‑way inspections in accordance with NAVSEA standard items.
• Microsoft Office knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to identify and recommend problems to the shop superintendent regarding contract work items.
• Overhaul A.C. & D.C. systems. Power generation, distribution and users.
• Laying out of wire ways.
• Pulling and splicing wires.
• Circuit labeling.
• Installati…