Job Details

Job Summary

Installs, repairs and hooks up equipment for all electrical services on the ship. Lays out, pulls, lifts out and installs cable and conduit. Prepares work area, drills holes and grinds metal surfaces, and welds mounting equipment. Tests electrical equipment. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Qualification Standards

Must have knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and shipbuilding practices. Ability to use power and hand tools and read composite blueprints, computer printouts, and Navy standards manuals are required. Must pass NASSCO assessment. Must have two years marine electrical experience and/or four years electrical experience. Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces and to access and move around the ship safely.

Essential Job Tasks

1. Prepare work areas, drill holes and grind metal surfaces
2. Install welds and hook up equipment
3. Lay out, pull, rip out, repair and install cable and conduit
4. Test electrical equipment
5. Read composite blueprints, computer printouts and Navy standards manual
6. Removes scrap and performs general clean up
7. Other tasks as may be assigned relevant to the trade

Assesment Criteria:

The electrical assessment entails a knowledge assessment as well as a practical assessment. Throughout the assessment, the candidate must follow all safety procedures and requirements. Deviation from these requirements will result in disqualification.

Materials, Tools Equipment, Work Aids

Measuring equipment, hammers, drills, grinder, welding equipment, hand tools, cable cutters, electrical tape, screwdrivers, electrical test equipment, blueprints, and Navy standards manual, and cleaning equipment. Personal protective equipment required.

Physical/Mental Involvement

Frequent lifting, carrying, pulling and pushing cable and equipment to rip out or install. Frequent standing, balancing, walking, climbing ladders or equipment, reaching above shoulder or out in front, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing in full colors, hearing and occasionally lowering self into confined spaces, crawling through small openings and working in reclined positions, as needed. Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Hearing warning signals and reading and comprehending safety instructions. Must be able to maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee’s work area.

Marginal Job Tasks