Dredge Electrician Job at Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC in Port Isabel

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Overview

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 by Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company and inventory these items into GLDD systems. 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform resistance, megger, voltage, and current tests frequently on all electrical equipment
• Troubleshoot high voltage switch boards, MCC, and 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, entering and completing Work Orders and Service Requisitions
• Submit daily and weekly reports to Chief Engineer and Electrical Superintendent

Experience Required

• Must possess the ability to understand the principles of operation of an automated engine room monitoring system
• Minimum 4 years of experience in marine machinery and electrical equipment

Other Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid TWIC card
• Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
• Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push parts or supplies weighing up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Competitive pay program
• 401(k) match
• Medical, Dental, Prescription, Life and Disability insurance plans

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.

GLDD participates in E-Verify as required by law.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Construction

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