Electrical Technician II with Security Clearance

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Job description

Overview R&P is looking for an experienced Marine Electrician / Technician II to fill a full-time position undertaking a variety of tasks relating to installing, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical and electronic equipment onboard LPD 17 Class Navy ships in Norfolk, VA. This position will involve installing electrical cabling, building various electrical connectors, Installation of hardware and troubleshooting malfunctions in several different electrical and electronic systems. Due to the high amount of risk pertaining to this job, electricians must be first and foremost responsible individuals with great attention to safety precautions. The ideal candidate must also be experienced in different kinds of electrical devices and systems. Responsibilities Coordinate and execute plans of electrical installations for many different electrical and electronic systems such as lighting, announcing, 115VAC/440VAC/24DVC electrical plant equipment, Uninterrupted Power Supply equipment, Audio/Video equipment, Antenna systems and many others
Install electrical cabinets, fixtures, and equipment for various electrical systems
Install safety and distribution components (e.g., switches, resistors, circuit-breaker panels etc.)
Connect wiring in electrical circuits and networks using various MIL-SPEC connectors
Pull in cables of various lengths and sizes to accommodate system connections
Perform effective troubleshooting to identify hazards or malfunctions and repair/replace damaged equipment
Install, tag and band copper cables on various classes of surface and submarine Naval Vessels.
Performing all duties required to layout, fabricate, and install electrical wiring, coaxial cable, onboard Navy vessels. Troubleshooting and testing of copper cables and circuits.
Possess skills and abilities to perform the requirements of a shipboard or airframe electrician's trade with little supervision or guidance.
Knowing how to read and interpret drawings, specifications, technical manuals, design notices, etc.
Knowing and understanding the use of all tools of their trade such as multi-meters, pin crimper's, soldering and expected to accomplish the more complex tasks associated with electrical installation of cable, military circular connectors, panel box and power terminations, etc.
Familiar with basic computer skills
Familiar with MS-Office programs including Word and Excel. Qualifications Must be a Marine Electrician with a minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience working in ship repair onboard US Navy ships (technical education may be substituted for a portion of the experience requirement)
Must have experience and multi-pin copper connector certification of cables per Navy Standard Item 009-73 (MIL-STD-2003-5)
Must have cableway inspection certification
Must be familiar with NAVY Standard Items
Ability to read, understand and follow customer work item requirements, drawings, and wiring diagrams.
Individual must have a keen attention to detail and be quality metric driven
Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance (current active Secret clearance is a plus).
Successful completion of Navy "A" School ("C" School is a plus) or successful completion of a Shipyard or commercial Electrical apprenticeship program (recognized shipyard apprentice graduates are a plus).
Minimum of 4 years' experience as a Navy Electrician's Mate or Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) preferred
Secret DOD security Clearance preferred Proven experience as an electrician
Experience in marine electrical systems
Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, voltmeter etc.
Demonstrate ability to build MIL-SPEC connectors of various types and sizes using both soldering and crimping techniques
Ability to read and understand electrical and installation drawings and blueprints
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability
Excellent physical condition with the ability to lift 50 pounds on your own
Willingness to travel to various locations in support of ship maintenance availabilities
Flexibility with regards to scheduling and planned support due to constant Navy movement
Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines
Ability to obtain and maintain Navy DBIDS security credentials
TRAVEL: This position will require long term travel to Pascagoula, MS in the first 3-5 months of employment. EEO Statement R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training. R&P maintains an Affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions Salary R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits.

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