MARINE ELECTRICIAN - Cape May - Lewes Ferry Operation

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: o All types of mechanical and pneumatic hand tools o Drill presses, electric drills and grinders hydraulic hole punches o Electric wire and cable strippers and crimpers, wire and cable bundling tools, arbor press o Motor vehicles including trucks and fork lift o Two-way radios, computers, soldering equipment, irons and torches o Assortment 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 SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS [note: bold skills and certification are required] Experience working with shipboard electrical systems Electrical work on vessels certificated by the USCG under Title 46 CFR Subchapters H or I F.C.C. General Radio Telephone License with Radar Endorsement Security Clearance Required: No Visa Candidate Considered: No