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Chesapeake Shipbuilding

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Industrial Electrician

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Join our team building world-class cruise ships as an Industrial Electrician. In this hands-on role, you will install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems throughout the vessel construction process. We are seeking experienced, safety-focused professionals with a strong work ethic, proven electrical expertise, and a commitment to quality and production in a fast-paced shipyard environment.

Why Should You Apply?

  • Competitive Pay: $25.00 to $35.00 per hour, based on experience
  • $1,000 Sign-On Bonus: Paid in two installments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment for eligible full-time positions.
  • Employee Referral Bonus: Earn $500 for each referred candidate who is hired.
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for employees and their families. Full-time employees are eligible beginning the first day of the month following their start date.
  • Company-Paid Insurance: $20,000 AD&D life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided at no cost to full-time employees.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for eligible employees.
  • 401(k) with 5% Company Match: Available for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Paid Holidays: Six company-paid holidays each year.
  • Paid Sick and Vacation:
    • 80 hours during your first year
    • 96 hours after 1 year
    • 144 hours after 5 years
    • 168 hours after 10 years
  • Career Growth Opportunities: Advance within your department or explore opportunities across the shipyard while working with a supportive and empowered team.
  • Overtime Opportunities: Available for hours worked beyond 40 per week.


REPORTS TO: Electric Supervisor/On-Site Foreman/Shipyard Superintendent


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Safely and efficiently perform electrical labor to complete construction associated with building cruise ships. Aggressive work ethic with a focus on production.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS:

  • Measures, cuts, and bends wire using measuring instruments and hand tools
  • Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools
  • Performs labor duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment
  • Performs work on environmental regulating systems, pumps, and industrial lighting systems
  • Grounding electrical systems
  • Strips insulation from wire ends and attaches wires for subsequent soldering
  • Threads conduit ends, connects couplings, and fabricates and secures conduits support brackets using hand tools
  • All other duties as required


KNOWLEDGE:

  • Residential Experience and/or licensed journeymen with industrial experience (10 + years of experience).
  • Experience reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, wiring schematics, technical manuals, and templates
  • Be able to calculate voltage, ampere, resistance requirements
  • Familiar with industry codes and regulations, and NEMA ratings
  • Must know AC & DC control circuits
  • Familiar with 3 phase power distribution (up to 600V)
  • Knowledge of distribution panels, console wiring, instrumentation wiring, and control switches/wiring
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of and use of all tools of their trade to accomplish the more complex tasks associated with electrical installation
  • Safe use of all tools and equipment
  • Able to work independently and in a team

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