Chesapeake Shipbuilding
Industrial Electrician
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Description Industrial Electrician
Reports to: Electric Supervisor/On-Site Foreman/Shipyard Superintendent
Major Responsibilities Safely and efficiently perform electrical labor to complete construction associated with building cruise ships. Aggressive work ethic with a focus on production.
Essential Functions & Tasks
Measures, cuts, and bends wire using measuring instruments and hand tools
Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools
Performs labor duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment
Performs work on environmental regulating systems, pumps, and industrial lighting systems
Grounding electrical systems
Strips insulation from wire ends and attaches wires for subsequent soldering
Threads conduit ends, connects couplings, and fabricates and secures conduits support brackets using hand tools
All other duties as required
Knowledge
Residential Experience and/or licensed journeymen with industrial experience (10 + years of experience).
Experience reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, wiring schematics, technical manuals, and templates
Be able to calculate voltage, ampere, resistance requirements
Familiar with industry codes and regulations, and NEMA ratings
Must know AC & DC control circuits
Familiar with 3 phase power distribution (up to 600V)
Knowledge of distribution panels, console wiring, instrumentation wiring, and control switches/wiring
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of and use of all tools of their trade to accomplish the more complex tasks associated with electrical installation
Safe use of all tools and equipment
Able to work independently and in a team
Requirements Physical Requirements
All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions
Ability to use upper and lower extremities
Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold
Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes throughout much of the work shift
Operate in isolation within the skeleton of ships, wearing heavy protective gear and carrying equipment weighing up to 75lbs
Able to work over bodies of water
Mental Requirements Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required.
Hazards Weather, fumes, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration.
Shifts
Monday – Friday
40+ hours per week
Day Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm
Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs
Why Should You Apply?
Competitive Pay – $25 - $35 depending on experience and interview
Single and Family Medical + Dental + Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month proceeding start date
$20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost for full-time employees
$1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment
Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired
401(K) + company match after 1 year
Six paid company holidays
Paid sick and vacation. New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10
Health Savings Account
An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce
Overtime available after 40 hours
Posted 7/11/2025
Salary Description
$25 - $35
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Description Industrial Electrician
Reports to: Electric Supervisor/On-Site Foreman/Shipyard Superintendent
Major Responsibilities Safely and efficiently perform electrical labor to complete construction associated with building cruise ships. Aggressive work ethic with a focus on production.
Essential Functions & Tasks
Measures, cuts, and bends wire using measuring instruments and hand tools
Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools
Performs labor duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment
Performs work on environmental regulating systems, pumps, and industrial lighting systems
Grounding electrical systems
Strips insulation from wire ends and attaches wires for subsequent soldering
Threads conduit ends, connects couplings, and fabricates and secures conduits support brackets using hand tools
All other duties as required
Knowledge
Residential Experience and/or licensed journeymen with industrial experience (10 + years of experience).
Experience reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, wiring schematics, technical manuals, and templates
Be able to calculate voltage, ampere, resistance requirements
Familiar with industry codes and regulations, and NEMA ratings
Must know AC & DC control circuits
Familiar with 3 phase power distribution (up to 600V)
Knowledge of distribution panels, console wiring, instrumentation wiring, and control switches/wiring
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of and use of all tools of their trade to accomplish the more complex tasks associated with electrical installation
Safe use of all tools and equipment
Able to work independently and in a team
Requirements Physical Requirements
All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions
Ability to use upper and lower extremities
Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold
Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes throughout much of the work shift
Operate in isolation within the skeleton of ships, wearing heavy protective gear and carrying equipment weighing up to 75lbs
Able to work over bodies of water
Mental Requirements Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required.
Hazards Weather, fumes, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration.
Shifts
Monday – Friday
40+ hours per week
Day Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm
Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs
Why Should You Apply?
Competitive Pay – $25 - $35 depending on experience and interview
Single and Family Medical + Dental + Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month proceeding start date
$20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost for full-time employees
$1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment
Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired
401(K) + company match after 1 year
Six paid company holidays
Paid sick and vacation. New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10
Health Savings Account
An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce
Overtime available after 40 hours
Posted 7/11/2025
Salary Description
$25 - $35
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