Marine Electrician
Pacific Shipyards International, LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814
Position Title:
Marine Electrician
Reports To:
Electrical Superintendent
Position Summary PSI is the largest privately owned shipyard in Hawaii, with two of the largest dry docks in the state. We have been in business since 1944 and have a large labor force of skilled craftsmen with a full support staff of professionals who comprise engineering, project management, QA, EHS, accounting, contracts, and human resources. Marine Electricians are responsible for the installation, testing, and repair of marine cables and equipment, the installation and connection of lighting, electrical power, and troubleshooting and repair of shipboard and facilities electrical systems. They will use and maintain hand and power tools, various test equipment, and must be able to read blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
Expectations of Employee
Committed to company values and adheres to all policies and procedures.
Performs duties of his/her job and as assigned by Management.
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude and conducts self with integrity and in a polite, professional manner treating customers and co‑workers courteously.
Communicates regularly with officers, managers & supervisors about division and department issues.
Consistently on time for work, meetings, and appointments and delivers work projects by assigned due dates.
Maintains assigned work areas in a clean and orderly fashion.
Maintains and ensures safety of all assigned equipment.
Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
Meets productivity goals and quality standards as set by management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes to ensure compatibility and safety.
Use a variety of tools or equipment, including power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components using test equipment and hand tools to locate cause of a breakdown and correct it.
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
Place conduit, pipes, or tubing inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits.
Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools or power tools.
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment such as motors.
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, perform business‑management duties such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.
Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
Construct or fabricate parts using hand tools according to specifications.
Perform physically demanding tasks such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.
Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.
Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services.
Assist with the set‑up and preventive maintenance of equipment.
Learn to operate equipment, including forklifts and manlifts.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills / Technical Knowledge
Time management skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and thoroughly.
Problem‑solving / analysis.
Good attitude; must be a team player.
Education, Training & Experience
Shipyard/Industrial experience valuable.
Flexibility in work; candidates must be available to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as required.
Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
Physical Demands
Must be able to carry, lift, push/pull, bend, and squat up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
This position is identified as safety‑sensitive due to the nature of the work, shipyard work environment, various federal/state/local safety regulations, and equipment used.
Exposure to heat, dust, humidity, rain, sun, and wind.
Equipment and operational noise levels exceeding 85 decibels.
Powered‑vehicle exhaust.
Paint fumes.
Slip, trip, and fall hazards.
Overhead movement of objects.
Qualifications / Requirements
Must show proof of legal right to work in the United States.
Must be U.S. citizen due to clearance required for base access.
Must be able to successfully obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to federally controlled work sites.
All candidates must submit to and pass a post‑offer drug screening, physical test, and a background check before employment begins. Failure to complete any of these steps will result in disqualification.
Valid State of Hawaii driver's license in good standing, class 3 or higher.
Candidates must have access to reliable transportation to get to work and other job sites on time for the start of shift.
Pay Range $20.00-$30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
This is a non‑management position. This is a full‑time position.
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Marine Electrician
Reports To:
Electrical Superintendent
Position Summary PSI is the largest privately owned shipyard in Hawaii, with two of the largest dry docks in the state. We have been in business since 1944 and have a large labor force of skilled craftsmen with a full support staff of professionals who comprise engineering, project management, QA, EHS, accounting, contracts, and human resources. Marine Electricians are responsible for the installation, testing, and repair of marine cables and equipment, the installation and connection of lighting, electrical power, and troubleshooting and repair of shipboard and facilities electrical systems. They will use and maintain hand and power tools, various test equipment, and must be able to read blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
Expectations of Employee
Committed to company values and adheres to all policies and procedures.
Performs duties of his/her job and as assigned by Management.
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude and conducts self with integrity and in a polite, professional manner treating customers and co‑workers courteously.
Communicates regularly with officers, managers & supervisors about division and department issues.
Consistently on time for work, meetings, and appointments and delivers work projects by assigned due dates.
Maintains assigned work areas in a clean and orderly fashion.
Maintains and ensures safety of all assigned equipment.
Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
Meets productivity goals and quality standards as set by management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes to ensure compatibility and safety.
Use a variety of tools or equipment, including power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components using test equipment and hand tools to locate cause of a breakdown and correct it.
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
Place conduit, pipes, or tubing inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits.
Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools or power tools.
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment such as motors.
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, perform business‑management duties such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.
Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
Construct or fabricate parts using hand tools according to specifications.
Perform physically demanding tasks such as digging trenches to lay conduit or moving or lifting heavy objects.
Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights or generators, placing flares, or driving needed vehicles.
Provide preliminary sketches or cost estimates for materials or services.
Assist with the set‑up and preventive maintenance of equipment.
Learn to operate equipment, including forklifts and manlifts.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills / Technical Knowledge
Time management skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and thoroughly.
Problem‑solving / analysis.
Good attitude; must be a team player.
Education, Training & Experience
Shipyard/Industrial experience valuable.
Flexibility in work; candidates must be available to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as required.
Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
Physical Demands
Must be able to carry, lift, push/pull, bend, and squat up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
This position is identified as safety‑sensitive due to the nature of the work, shipyard work environment, various federal/state/local safety regulations, and equipment used.
Exposure to heat, dust, humidity, rain, sun, and wind.
Equipment and operational noise levels exceeding 85 decibels.
Powered‑vehicle exhaust.
Paint fumes.
Slip, trip, and fall hazards.
Overhead movement of objects.
Qualifications / Requirements
Must show proof of legal right to work in the United States.
Must be U.S. citizen due to clearance required for base access.
Must be able to successfully obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to federally controlled work sites.
All candidates must submit to and pass a post‑offer drug screening, physical test, and a background check before employment begins. Failure to complete any of these steps will result in disqualification.
Valid State of Hawaii driver's license in good standing, class 3 or higher.
Candidates must have access to reliable transportation to get to work and other job sites on time for the start of shift.
Pay Range $20.00-$30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
This is a non‑management position. This is a full‑time position.
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