Ship Repair Electricians

MHI Ship Repair & Services is a major marine repair and conversion contractor serving the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, Maritime Administration and Commercial ship owners and operators worldwide. Our shipyard is conveniently located in the Mid-Atlantic region at the port of Hampton Roads, Norfolk Virginia. MHI is hiring experienced Ship Repair Electricians . Depending on skill level, duties may include the following: Analyzing jobs from start to finish ensuring proper and safe work methods used. Analyzing circuits, wiring diagrams and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service or replace electronic devices and systems. Performing work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials and principles of operation of electrical equipment under direction of supervisor. Starting and shutting down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements. Installing conduit to bulkheads with brackets and screws, using hand tools, and threads wires through conduit to terminals, such as connection boxes, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, and switch panels. Striping insulation from wire ends and solders ends to terminals, using stripping pliers and soldering iron. Connecting power-supply circuits to radio, radar, sonar, fire control, and other electronic equipment. Testing electrical characteristics such as voltage construct instrument panels, using hand tools, rulers, dividers, and power drills, following specification. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Shipyard electrician. Thorough knowledge and understanding of wire sizes and capacity of each. Thorough knowledge and understanding of AC and DC power and control of same. Must have knowledge of tools, equipment and machining processes of ship fitting trade. Must be able to work effectively with others. Must be a steady, reliable worker. MHI offers competitive wages and an excellent benefit package. Some of the available benefits include medical coverage/HRA, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, short/long term disability, accident, critical illness, FSA, Pet insurance, and 401(k) with match and profit sharing. MHI is an Affirmative Action/EOE Employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.