Marine Electrician

The Delaware River and Bay Authority seeks a skilled Marine Electrician to join its team. As a Marine Electrician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electrical equipment and systems on board Authority vessels, shore-tie installations, and other shore-side facilities.

This is a bargaining unit position represented by the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association. The ideal candidate will have experience working with shipboard electrical systems, a strong understanding of electrical schematics and blueprints, and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and management.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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