Marine Electrician

Marine ElectricianLocation: Chesapeake, VA65-75% travel domestically & internationallyU.S. citizen or legally allowed to work in the United States.

Purpose: This hands-on job involves installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and equipment. Work is performed in the shop and (primarily) on-board customer vessels. Reports to Technical Director.

Responsibilities:• Assists with installing, maintaining, repairing, and overhauling marine diesel engines and related equipment.• Produces written and electronic reports containing inspection data, measurements, failure information, and other job-related results.• Performs tasks prescribed by work package procedure, schedule, and quality standards according to the project statement of work.• Compliance with all policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.• Responsible for the proper use, maintenance, and cleanliness of company and customer-furnished equipment and facilities.• Acts as a professional representative particularly when interacting and communicating with customers and industry counterparts.• Accountable for timely and accurate expense management, including labor charging and material usage.• Performs other duties as directed by management.

Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED required.• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as an engine mechanic or comparable role is required.• Maintains an active state-issued driver’s license.• Must be a U.S. citizen or legally allowed to work in the United States.• Awareness of engine design and operation.• Awareness of marine applications and propulsion systems.• Ability to perform mechanical maintenance and repairs as directed.• Awareness of electrical/electronic systems maintenance and repair.• Ability to perform engine/component tests and record measurements.• Ability to travel frequently (65-75%) domestically and internationally.• Ability to work on seaborn vessels environments for extended hours.• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related PC functions and programs.• Ability to comprehend technical drawings and specifications.• Willingness to work overtime as required.• Maintains personal supply of mechanical hand tools (to be provided before employment).