Blueprints, Coaching, Communication Skills, Construction, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, English Language, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Mathematics, Military, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Scaffolding, Schematics, Talent Management, Team Player, Test Equipment, Training Program Development, Workforce Management, Writing Skills
Electrical Trainee - Bollinger Bootcamp
Department: Workforce Development / Bootcamp
Reports To: Workforce Development Manager / Director of Talent Management
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The Electrical Trainee participates in an intensive workforce development training program designed to prepare individuals for entry-level marine electrician. Electrical Trainees receive classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory training as well as practical experience in electrical theory, safety practices, blueprint reading, tool usage, cable installation and basic electrical systems commonly used in marine construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend all scheduled classroom instruction, laboratory exercises, and hands-on electrical training.
- Follow all OSHA, company and shipyard safety procedures.
- Learn basic electrical theory and terminology.
- Identify and safely use electrical hand tools, power tools and testing equipment.
- Read and interpret basic electrical drawings, schematics and blueprints.
- Assist with cable pulling, cable routing, and cable termination.
- Learn conduit installation and wire management techniques.
- Practice proper installation methods for shipboard electrical systems.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Work effectively as part of a team.
- Accept coaching and constructive feedback from instructors and supervision.
- Demonstrate professionalism, dependability and a positive attitude.
- Successfully complete required written exams, practical evaluations and safety assessments.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to read, write and understand basic English.
- Basic math skills, including measurement and fractions.
- Electrical Apprenticeship, Trade School, Military Electrical Program, or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong work ethic and reliability.
- Willingness to learn new technical skills.
- Ability to work safely in an industrial environment.
- Effective communication skills, including ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Mechanical aptitude is preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods, climb ladders/scaffolding, lift up to 50 pounds, and safely operate electrical tools and testing equipment.
- Ability to bend, kneel, climb, crawl and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to work at heights.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
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Bollinger Shipyards LLC
The leading provider of quality maritime construction, boat repair and conversion products and services to both the U.S. Military and the commercial marine industry.
JOIN A WINNING TEAM
Bollinger Shipyards is one of the nation’s most respected employer providing services to a diversified customer base. Offering competitive wages, attractive benefits packages, skills training and the opportunity for advancement, Bollinger provides more than just a job, but an environment to start a long lasting rewarding career. Today, thousands of Bollinger professionals proudly strive to uphold the standards of excellence which have guided Bollinger for more than half a century.
We have brought national recognition to South Louisiana and honor to the Bollinger name. We are proud of our long established reputation of integrity as a leader in the shipbuilding industry, a reputation emanating from our success in creating a workforce dedicated to the principles of continuous improvement. Please click below to discover opportunities available in becoming a member of our Winning Team!
1,000 to 1,499 employees
Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, 401K
http://www.bollingershipyards.com/