| Location | Cape May, New Jersey |
I. POSITION SUMMARY
The Marine Electrician troubleshoots, repairs, and performs installations of electrical equipment and systems on board Authority vessels, shore-tie installations, and other shore side facilities. This position is responsible for following established safety practices while performing assigned duties to protect self, co-workers and the public from personal injury and to prevent damage to Authority property. This position is a bargaining unit position that is represented by the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, install, diagnose problems, and service electrical system components
Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic devices or systems
Repair and overhaul electric motors and controllers
Take periodic measurements of electrical devices for ABS and Coast Guard
Install or maintain shipboard sound powered phone systems
Repair and maintain normal and emergency power distribution switchboards, electrical generators, and all other shipboard power distribution components
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Assist other skilled employees in their craft
Equipment Used in Job Performance:
oAll types of mechanical and pneumatic hand tools
oDrill presses, electric drills and grinders hydraulic hole punches
oElectric wire and cable strippers and crimpers, wire and cable bundling tools, arbor press
oMotor vehicles including trucks and fork lift
oTwo-way radios, computers, soldering equipment, irons and torches
oAssortment of electrical and electronic measuring devices necessary to make diagnosis and effect repairs
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Familiar with the use of all types of hand tools and measuring devices
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and blueprints
Ability to create technical documents and briefings
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to repair and troubleshoot control circuits
Knowledge of marine electrical requirements of the USCG and ABS with regards to the Delaware River and Bay Authority vessels
Ability to install marine cable and wiring in an approved, neat and safe manner
Knowledge of safety precautions involved in this field
Knowledge of the NEC, IEEE, IEC and other electrical and electronics and conventions as they apply to Authority vessels
IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent or equivalent related experience
Experience working with shipboard electrical systems
Experience working on vessels certificated by the USCG under Title 46 CFR Subchapters H or I preferred
V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES
Valid driver’s license
Must apply for and receive Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) and Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) within 90 days of employment
Must be willing to attend and successfully complete the following training and obtain required licensing for the following:
F.C.C. General Radio Telephone License with Radar Endorsement
Sperry Gyro Training
Sperry Radar/Radar Unit Training
Sperry Antenna
VI. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
•Subject to background investigation and pre-employment physical including drug test
•Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial institution or enroll in the payroll card program to receive their biweekly pay
•Must be willing and available for duty at such hours, day or night, as may be required in order to maintain continuous operation of this facility
•Must be willing to sail on vessels as needed
•Must be able to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes (less than 20 lbs.)
•Must be able to work on high ladders, aloft, or over the side of vessels
•Must be able to work in extreme temperatures (heat of cold) and humidity
•Must be able to work in confined spaces which require the use of a respirator
If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the on-line application at www.drba.net. In addition, please attach a resume to the completed application.
The Delaware River and Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer