Marine Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

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. 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 :

The largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, 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. Owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. 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 :

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