Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Marine Electrician

Job Description

We are seeking skilled Marine Electricians to join our team, providing essential support for US Naval Ships. In this role, you will be involved in cabling, equipment, and C5ISR system installations, ensuring successful and safe operations for our Navy and Military customers. This is a six-month contract-to-hire opportunity, with the possibility to expand based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and correct electrical malfunctions.
• Conduct various tests and experiments, requiring minor modifications in test setups or procedures.
• Operate standard test equipment and record test data.
• Perform electrical work on ships, boats, and marine equipment.
• Repair electrical wiring to restore engine and navigation systems.
• Secure work areas aboard vessels to avoid electrical hazards.
• Maintain specified records of engineering data such as tests and drawings.
• Perform routine tasks or tests such as tensile or hardness tests.
• Operate and adjust simple test equipment.
• Actively participate in safety surveillances and walk-throughs.

Essential Skills

• Experience in electrical work in a related field and shipboard experience.
• Ability to read drawings at tradesman level.
• Competency in multipin connectors.
• Knowledge in electrical testing requirements, including ground checks and RSPT testing.
• Ability to implement safety programs and perform preliminary QA testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to obtain an OSHA 10 certification.
• Respirator qualification and PPE compliance throughout shifts.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
• Ability to work in high heat spaces, climb shipyard dry dock stairs/ladders, and work in kneeling positions.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds for the majority of the shift.

Why Work Here?

Join a dedicated team that values safety and precision in supporting critical missions for the Navy and Military. Enjoy a stable work environment with opportunities for advancement and growth.

Work Environment

Work is conducted at HII, with Monday to Friday shifts from 5am to 1:30pm. The role requires working in high heat spaces and involves physical activity including lifting and maneuvering equipment. No weekend work is required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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