ELECTRICIAN
Job Details
The Electrician is responsible for all electrical systems onboard including but not limited to; power generation systems, power distribution systems, engine room systems, fish processing systems, hotel systems, bridge systems and deck systems.
REPORTS TO : Chief Engineer and Port Engineer
WORK HOURS : Regularly scheduled for 12 hour shifts, may be required to work additional hours due to occasional urgent vessel needs.
Shipyard duties to be fulfilled as required or assigned.
LICENSE : Coast Guard License is not required but is considered a plus.
JOB DESCRIPTION : The position is responsible for all electrical systems onboard including but not limited to; power generation systems, power distribution systems, engine room systems, fish processing systems, hotel systems, bridge systems and deck systems.
- Troubleshoots electrical issues with equipment, gives recommendation for resolution
- Repairs or replaces wiring equipment or fixtures, using hand and power tools.
- Examines 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.
- Demonstrates competency working with and troubleshooting PLC systems
- Works directly with Chief Engineer to ensure that all electrical systems are operational and safe for all personnel.
- Inspects electrical systems, equipment or parts to spot hazards, defects or the necessity for adjustment or repair and to confirm compliance with applicable codes.
- Diagnoses faulty systems, apparatus or parts using equipment and hand tools to find the reason for a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Places conduit within selected partitions, walls or alternative areas and pull insulated wires or cables through to finish circuits between boxes.
- Demonstrates competence in managing Lock Out / Tags Plus and energy isolation procedures
- Works with the Chief Engineer in order to keep the electrical systems in compliance with all regulatory and classification regulations.
This includes , DNV, FCC, OSHA.
- Performs routine and annual maintenance of all electrical systems based on manufacture recommendations.
- Directs and trains other engineering staff to put in, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Ensures compliance with applicable sections of the Safety Management System. Is knowledgeable and conversant on applicable policies and procedures contained in the SMS
- Maintains electrical parts list and inventory, orders supplies through Chief Engineer.
- Maintains workshop, work areas and supplies in orderly fashion in compliance with regulatory standards.
COMPENSATION
- Free Room and Board
- Crew share based pay
- Flights to / from Dutch Harbor from point of hire (Seattle) paid upon completion of contract terms
- Eligible for 401K after 1 year
- Health / Dental benefits once eligibility requirements are met
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associates or technical degree preferred.
- Journeyman or Master Electrician License preferred.
- 3+ years of experience as a Marine Electrician on a vessel or in a shipyard environment preferred.
- 1+ year of experience as journeyman level electrician.
- Experience operating and troubleshooting electrical systems.
- Knowledge of factory trawler electrical equipment and sequential automated processing.
- Strong understanding of switchboards, power generators, PLCs and controls and navigation electronic equipment preferred.
- Proficient computer skills including MS Suite.
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages.
- Able to communicate effective in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Able to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A self-starter who is motivated and able to meet operation deadlines.
- Able to interact with vendors and company representatives in a businesslike manner.
- Ability to effectively troubleshoot equipment or process failures and apply solutions.