Marine Electrician $1,664+ WEEKLY Join SAVARD Personnel Group - where your skills are valued! Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesInstall AC and DC electrical power distribution systems aboard marine vessels.
Install and service switchboards, lighting systems, generators, and related marine electrical equipment.
Install and work with navigation and communication equipment as required.
Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults using multimeters, clamp meters, circuit testers, and other electrical diagnostic equipment.
Inspect wiring, terminals, connections, and electrical components for damage, corrosion, vibration-related issues, and potential failures.
Perform preventative and corrective electrical maintenance.
Read and interpret complex electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
Work with electrical systems ranging from 12V/24V DC to 480V three-phase AC.Follow all shipyard safety requirements and electrical procedures.
Perform work in confined spaces, tight areas, and varying indoor/outdoor environments.
Key RequirementsMinimum 5 years of hands-on electrical experience required.
Marine, shipyard, commercial vessel, or similar industrial electrical experience strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of both AC and DC electrical systems.
Experience with systems ranging from 12V/24V DC through 480V three-phase AC.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
Experience using multimeters, clamp meters, circuit testers, and related diagnostic equipment.
Must be comfortable working in a shipyard environment.
Must be able to work in hot and cold conditions and confined/tight spaces.
Must be comfortable climbing ladders and working aboard or around marine vessels.