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Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA) lists this Marine Electrician opportunity in cape may, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
MARINE ELECTRICIAN
Location: Cape May-Lewes Ferry, Cape May, NJ
Salary: $38.89 per hour ($80,898 annualized)
Opening Date: September 19, 2025 Closing Date: Until Filled
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
In addition, please attach a resume to the completed application.
The Delaware River and Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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