Lead Electrician

EMPLOYEMENT TYPE: Direct Hire - Seattle WA PAY RATE RANGE: $40-50/hr SHIFT: M-F EXTENSION/CONVERSION: Eligible BENEFITS: Medical insurance, 401K We are seeking a full-time experienced Marine Electrician Lead who will be leading and actively involved in projects related to upgrading and developing new electrical systems for marine vessels and floating structures, such as cargo ships, fishing vessels, barges, and tugs. The incumbent will serve as the Electrcian Lead of Record (EoR), by taking responsibility for all assigned projects from the RFQ stage to the final install, testing and compliance stages. The role requires the ability to deliver projects that meet all quality standards and are up to par with client specifications. Often, these projects must be delivered on a tight timeline. Projects undertaken will include a wide range of electrical projects including vessel shore power work, alternative marine power, mobile crane electrical supply, hydraulic systems, communication systems, terminal wide power systems, gate systems, and other floating electrical projects. The projects tend to be on demand and onsite on the vessels both port side as well as in deep water. Must Have: · Minimum 5 years’ experience installing, maintaining, and operating electrical equipment and apparatus aboard commercial ships, such as Tugboats, Container Ships, Catcher-Processors, and Barges · Shipyard experience and industry standard safety protocols, and OSHA regulations · Lock-out, Tag-out procedure · Intermediate to advanced Electrical Theory · Know how to use a Multimeter · Mathematics: Multiplication, Division, Order of Operations, and Fractions · Familiarity with Metric and Standard measuring systems and able to convert from one to the other · Know how to interpret schematics and circuit diagrams · Experience with 480VAC 3-Phase distribution systems, Grounded, and Ungrounded · Basic load calculations and Ohms Law · Circuit breaker and cable sizing · Electric motors and motor circuits · Design, build, install, troubleshoot Motor Controllers · Familiarity with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) · Familiarity with Soft Starters Test During Interview: · Pick out and identify different objects in a schematic · Demonstrate working knowledge of Ohm’s Law · Do a motor load calculation · Draw a circuit diagram for a basic motor controller General Characteristics of the Journeyman Marine Electrician: · Must have a driver’s license and reliable transportation · Must have, or be able to receive a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) · Must have your own personal hand-tools (power tools and specialty tools are company · supplied) · Be able to get along in a professional and friendly manner with all types of people · Maintain personal hygiene and professional appearance o Jewelry such as rings or bracelets that may be considered a safety hazard while working on certain systems or apparatus is not allowed o Clothing such as t-shirts depicting political, religious, or offensive graphics are considered “unprofessional” and are not allowed Typical shipyard apparel provided by US Electric: o Hardhat o Safety glasses (over prescription glasses if necessary) o Reflective work vest o Coveralls with company colors and logo  Typical shipyard apparel provided by the employee: o ANSI rated work boots o Gloves o Hearing protection (other than soft earplugs) Characteristics of US Electric Company Culture: · Company Purpose: Maximize Potential · Company Values: o Work Ethic o Professionalism o Enthusiasm o Team First o Transparency o Accountability Schedule · Normal workday starts in the company headquarters in Seattle at 0700 · Overtime and Weekend work on short notice happens frequently, and all employees are expected to make their best efforts to be available when needed · Some of our busiest work-months are predictable and may include several weeks of long days with overtime and weekend work included (winter months, particularly) Additional · There is a basic chain of command structure that all employees are expected to follow. · We all work as a cohesive team and watch out for each other’s welfare o We foster a teaching and learning environment o Journeyman Electricians are expected to teach and train less-skilled Apprentice Electricians in the science and art of being a Marine Electrician · Lead by example · Pride in Craftsmanship o Your work deserves your best efforts o Your work is a statement of competence and neatness WHY AVERRO? Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos: Be Curious | Build Trust | Empower Each Other. These values show in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and unmatched consultant care. Our Aim – Your Ascent. Averro is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal obligations. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. View our privacy policy here: https://www.averro.com/legal/privacy-policy IND-B Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • Health insurance Work Location: In person