What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician 1st Class position at Fairlead, LLC?

Summary :

Under limited or no supervision, performs in a variety of complex electrical trade functions such as the rip out, installation, maintenance, or repair of electronics and / or electrical equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy onboard U.S. vessels / government installations.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Reports directly to the Electrical Supervisor.
Coordinates the efforts of other trades during an installation, modification, or repair operation.
Performs component and / or system troubleshooting to diagnose the problem and provide most cost-effective recommendation for completing repairs.
Ensures control and assumes responsibility for Level-1 material controls.
Performs rip out, installation, repair, overhaul, or modification in place or in shop to electronic or electromechanical systems and components (e.g., controllers, switches, pumps, etc.).
Assists with the performance of on-site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs, and system configuration validation.
Prepares and installs equipment or system alterations (e.g., TEMPALTs, SHIPALTs, ORDALTs, etc.) IAW the directives (i.e., instructions, drawings, Technical Manuals, MILSPECs, etc.).
Notifies supervisor of any unsatisfactory condition(s) identified during the production operation (i.e., repair, modification, etc.).
Maintains good housekeeping practices, turning off machines when not in use, disposing of waste properly, sweeping the area, etc.
Strictly adheres to corporate, federal, state, and local safety regulations. Ensures that all Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn and that all damaged PPE is discarded.
Performs rip out, installation, repair, overhaul, or modification shipboard or in shop to electrical or electromechanical systems and components.
Performs component and / or system troubleshooting to diagnose problems.
Ensures that all requirements and detailed repair procedures and instructions are followed according to the company's work instructions, work packages, management guidance to complete the production operations.
Works from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications, inspects and tests electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices.
Works standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment and uses a variety of electrician's hand tools to measure and test instruments.
Follows blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to shipboard requirements.
Troubleshoots motor controllers, control panels, power distribution panels, and any electrical item in the yard.
Performs Electrical Testing using multimeter, meggers, amp meters, load banks.
Assembles multi-pin connectors and fiber optic connections.
Installs and seats brushes for AC and DC motors / generators.
Completes inspection and resurfacing of commutators and slip rings.
Performs cableway installation, banding, cable tag installation and MCT assembly.
During down time must be willing to work with other trades

Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent or vocational training.

At least 5 years' experience as a marine electrician.

Understands and is familiar with NAVSEA Standard items.

Follows NAVSEA Standard Items.

Experienced in the performance of Energized Circuit work. Basic knowledge of AC and DC electrical theory, power generation, control, and distribution.

Communicates effectively, work independently or in a group.

Ability to do basic math, i.e., add, subtract, divide and multiply.

Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

Ability to obtain access to military and government installations worldwide.

Ability to travel required.

Ability to read reference drawings.

Ability to read and draw schematics.

Physical Requirements :

Requires walking, reaching, sitting and concentration in the presence of occasional noise.

Able to move in narrow and restricted passageways, up / down steep and narrow ladders, or stairways, and up and down antenna masts / yardarms (onboard ships).

Able to lift, carry and move objects up to 50lbs in weight.

Must have manual and finger dexterity; able to grasp, manipulate, assemble small objects.

Able to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Able to perceive and distinguish normal range of colors.

May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses / goggles, ear plugs / muffs, masks / respirators, safety vests, gloves, and steel-toe boots.

Tool Requirements :

Wire strippers

Side Cutters (Dikes)

Sta-Kon Crimping Tool

Needle nose pliers

Vice Grips

Channel locks

Adjustable wrenches

Wrench set up to 1"

Socket set up to 1"

Allen wrench set up to 3 / 8"

Ball pen hammer and center punch

Flashlight

Tape measure or stick rule

Assorted Screwdrivers

Fuse pullers

Knife, razor, or electricians' knife

Pen and pencils

Physical Demands :

While performing these job duties, the employee is routinely required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Work Environment :

This position is performed in a traditional shop / office environment, with local travel between facilities and project

locations required. Occasional travel outside of the local area may be required in the development of technical

requirements, vendors, suppliers, and other team members

Fairlead Integrated, LLC. and its subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers (Minority / Female / Disability / Veterans).

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