Chief electrician job description
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Chief electrician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in chief electrician job postings.
Sample chief electrician requirements
- Valid electrical license
- Minimum of 5 years experience in electrical work
- Knowledge of electrical codes and safety procedures
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Proficiency in using electrical testing equipment
Sample required chief electrician soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Effective team management and leadership skills
- Commitment to safety and quality standards
Chief electrician job description example 1
McAllister Towing chief electrician job description
The Chief Electrician analyzes and corrects electrical problems and repairs and overhauls electrical equipment and controls.
Responsibilities/Duties
Works with vessel Port Engineers to determine electrical/ electronic problems and develops a plan to correct the same.
Plans details of working procedure by determining replacement needs or new material required and develops a logical approach to correct the problem.
Analyzes circuits, wiring diagrams, and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service, or replace electronic devices and systems.
Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials, and principles of operation of electrical equipment.
Starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown in line with OSHA requirements.
Services electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices.
Fabricates parts if not commercially available, using machine and hand tools common to the trade.
Advises and cautions operators and mechanics about potential electrical problems and inherent dangers involved.
Notifies Captain of potentially dangerous electrical equipment noted and corrective action is taken.
Help train other electricians in the correct operation of tools, equipment, safe working practices, and electrical principles.
Works with Marine Superintendent to troubleshoot and correct electrical issues on the property, docks, and office building.
Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Experience
Minimum of five years of recent expertise as a marine electrician
Vocational school or junior college training in marine electronics, or satisfactory completion of in-house apprenticeship training.
Knowledge of A/C - D/C controls, motors, generators, and switchboards.
Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the position
Must possess a high degree of precision working with minimum tolerances.
Possess a high degree of attention and care required to prevent injury to others when responsible for the flow of electrical power.
Marine/industrial experience.
Valid TWIC Card or must have applied for a TWIC Card by completing the enrollment process with TSA.
Required Qualifications
Capable of climbing ladders and safely embarking/disembarking moored vessels.
Ability to work in overhead structures or beneath machines and in close quarters; Frequent stooping and bending required.
Exposure to high voltage electricity - ability to perform all work in accordance with established safety measures
Details
We are an EEO Employer.
Responsibilities/Duties
Works with vessel Port Engineers to determine electrical/ electronic problems and develops a plan to correct the same.
Plans details of working procedure by determining replacement needs or new material required and develops a logical approach to correct the problem.
Analyzes circuits, wiring diagrams, and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service, or replace electronic devices and systems.
Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials, and principles of operation of electrical equipment.
Starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown in line with OSHA requirements.
Services electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices.
Fabricates parts if not commercially available, using machine and hand tools common to the trade.
Advises and cautions operators and mechanics about potential electrical problems and inherent dangers involved.
Notifies Captain of potentially dangerous electrical equipment noted and corrective action is taken.
Help train other electricians in the correct operation of tools, equipment, safe working practices, and electrical principles.
Works with Marine Superintendent to troubleshoot and correct electrical issues on the property, docks, and office building.
Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Experience
Minimum of five years of recent expertise as a marine electrician
Vocational school or junior college training in marine electronics, or satisfactory completion of in-house apprenticeship training.
Knowledge of A/C - D/C controls, motors, generators, and switchboards.
Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the position
Must possess a high degree of precision working with minimum tolerances.
Possess a high degree of attention and care required to prevent injury to others when responsible for the flow of electrical power.
Marine/industrial experience.
Valid TWIC Card or must have applied for a TWIC Card by completing the enrollment process with TSA.
Required Qualifications
Capable of climbing ladders and safely embarking/disembarking moored vessels.
Ability to work in overhead structures or beneath machines and in close quarters; Frequent stooping and bending required.
Exposure to high voltage electricity - ability to perform all work in accordance with established safety measures
Details
We are an EEO Employer.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024