Marine Electrician

Cashman Dredging and Marine is currently seeking applicants for a Marine Electrician position who will be responsible for installing and repairing wiring, fixture, equipment for all electrical services aboard ship and in shipyard facilities, following blueprints and wiring diagrams.

The individual must have working knowledge of electrical theory and procedures and the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and install shipboard electrical systems and equipment in accordance with specifications and drawings.

Main Responsibilities

• Examine electrical system of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, like ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to confirm compatibility and safety of system
• Use different types of tools or equipment, like power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, like oscilloscopes, ammeters, or check lamps
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to put in, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures
• Diagnose faulty systems, apparatus, or parts, using equipment and hand tools to find the reason for a breakdown and correct the problem
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or parts to spot hazards, defects, or the necessity for adjustment or repair, and to confirm compliance with codes
• Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to see the placement of wiring or equipment, and to confirm correspondence to assembling and safety codes
• Place passage pipes, or tubing, within selected partitions, walls, or alternative hidden areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the passage to finish circuits between boxes
• Perform physically difficult tasks, like excavation trenches to put passage or moving or lifting serious metal objects
• Work on the installation of ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, like motors
• Construct and fabricate elements, using hand tools and specifications
• Provide help in times of emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, inserting flares, or driving required vehicles
• Work on installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of marine electrical (AC/DC) and electronic systems 
• Perform routine and annual maintenance of client boats. 

Preferred Candidate will have: 

• Navy veteran with Marine Electrician background a plus
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Possess a strong initiative and a high attention level to detail 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

Position Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of recent expertise as a Marine Electrician
• Ability to travel and work on-site at field locations 
• Good physical condition and able to work in wide ranging temperature and weather settings 
• Must possess the ability to work in any condition like bending, twisting, and standing to execute normal job duties
• Fluent use of the English language (read, speak, and write) 
• Valid Driver’s License 
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Cashman Dredging and Marine Contracting Company LLC, is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits  discrimination against employee or job applicant based upon on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital or family status, military service, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or family medical history, religion, ancestry, citizenship, political affiliation, any condition or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or non-merit based factors.