What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dredge Electrician position at Great Lakes Dredge & Dock?
The opportunity:
The Dredge Electrician reports directly to the Chief Engineer for daily duties/general maintenance and to receive direction and guidance concerning major repairs and upgrades. The Dredge Electrician is responsible for repair, troubleshooting and general and preventative maintenance of all electrical equipment aboard the vessel. They are also responsible to recommend and maintain adequate spare parts and consumable items for uninterrupted operation of all equipment as deemed prudent by Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company and inventory these items into GLDD systems. The Dredge Electrician will work day watch and overtime as required. They work under the general administrative supervision of the Chief Engineer or, during the absence of the Chief Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Maintenance Superintendent.
About the Company:
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company’s Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company’s culture. The Company’s commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.
Responsibilities and functions include:
- Perform resistance, megger, voltage, and current tests frequently on all electrical equipment
- Troubleshoot all high voltage switch board, MCC, Motor Controls issues as needed
- Attend vessel related training onboard as required
- Attend periodic training off site as required
- Perform administrative duties, such as submitting required reports, requisitioning spare parts and needed consumables items, entering and completing Work Orders and Service Requisitions.
- Submit daily and weekly reports to Chief Engineer and Electrical Superintendent
Experience required:
- Must possess the ability to understand the principles of operation of an automated engine room monitoring system
- 4 years minimal of marine machinery and the electrical equipment
Other requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must have a valid TWIC card
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
- Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push parts or supplies weighing up to 50 lbs
Benefits:
- Competitive pay program
- 401(k) match
- Medical, Dental, Prescription, Life and Disability insurance plans
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.
GLDD participates in E-Verify as required by law.