What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipboard Electrical Technician (Engineering Tech) position at The GBS Group?
Shipboard Electrical Technician (Engineering Tech)
We are looking for full-time technicians to support the Electrical and Interior Communications (IC) equipment and systems. Equipment and systems that will be supported include the following: Switchboards, load centers, power and lighting distribution panels, circuit breakers, cathodic protection systems, and degaussing systems. Due to the continual modification/upgrade of shipboard system/equipment/component configuration, and since not all vessels have the same systems/equipment/components installed, and since there are often more than one version of certain systems/equipment/components installed across various classes and platforms of U.S. Navy and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) in-service ships supported by MARMC, this list cannot be considered all-inclusive.
Qualifications
Candidates must possess the following professional experience and qualifications.
- Five (5) years’ experience (within the last 10 years) troubleshooting and conducting corrective and preventive maintenance on shipboard power distribution, interior communications, and/or electronic systems
- Qualification as a US Navy CIC Watch Supervisor, Chief Electrical Watch, Electrical Plant Control Console (EPCC), or Engineering Officer Of the Watch (EOOW) on a conventional powered ship, or a load dispatcher on a nuclear powered ship, or commensurate commercial qualification/certification.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in availability planning, modernization, repair and testing of shipboard electrical systems/equipment.
- Minimum four (4) years’ experience utilizing US Navy 3-M and supply systems.
- Current certification as a Level 1 Thermographer (Infrared Survey)
Physical and Mental Requirements
- Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring.
- Prolonged periods standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
- Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits.
- Must wear safety gear, such as goggles and gloves, hard hats, etc. as required
- Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the (Naval/ Maritime) facility and/or ship
- Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
EEO Statement
The GBS Group is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on legitimate, nondiscriminatory business reasons, including merit, qualification, experience, and abilities. Our employment policies will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, pregnancy, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, promotion, termination, and access to benefits and training. Any employee who feels that he or she is or has been the victim of illegal discrimination or violation of this policy should immediately notify the Chief Administrative Officer or Human Resources. Employees may file a legitimate or good faith discrimination complaint without being subject to reprisal.