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Electrician - Fishing Vessel

Washington StateOn-site

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An electrician responsible for all electrical systems onboard fishing vessels, including power generation, distribution, and equipment troubleshooting, working directly with the Chief Engineer to ensure operational safety and regulatory compliance.

About this role

North Star Fishing Company is dedicated to producing the highest quality frozen-at-sea groundfish products in the world. We accomplish our mission with a day-in-and-day-out commitment to quality, safety, consistent attention to detail and an on-going concern for the stability and health of the North Pacific fishery resource.

We are one of the largest producers of frozen at sea flatfish, cod, pollock and other groundfish, and distributes seafood throughout the world. We manage three trawl catcher-processor vessels that operate in the Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and the Gulf of Alaska. Come join us with one of the many exciting job opportunities available!

Requirements

  • 2+ years experience as an Marine Electrician preferred
  • Work 12 hrs/day for 7 days/week in all weather conditions
  • Repetitively lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Self-motivated team-player
  • Understand instructions and safety rules in English
  • Must be able to provide 2 recent positive references from previous employers
  • Capable of climbing and descending steep stairs and vertical ladders
  • Share spaces with others including crew quarters, dining areas, and bathrooms

    • Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for all electrical systems onboard including but not limited to; power generation systems, power distribution systems, engine room systems, fish processing systems, hotel systems, bridge systems and deck systems.
  • Troubleshoots electrical issues with equipment, gives recommendation for resolution
  • Repairs or replaces wiring equipment or fixtures, using hand and power tools.
  • Examines electrical system of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures using testing devices like ohmmeters, voltmeters or oscilloscopes to confirm compatibility and safety of system.
  • Demonstrates competency working with and troubleshooting PLC systems
  • Works directly with Chief Engineer to ensure that all electrical systems are operational and safe for all personnel.
  • Inspects electrical systems, equipment or parts to spot hazards, defects or the necessity for adjustment or repair and to confirm compliance with applicable codes.
  • Diagnoses faulty systems, apparatus or parts using equipment and hand tools to find the reason for a breakdown and correct the problem.
  • Places conduit within selected partitions, walls or alternative areas and pull insulated wires or cables through to finish circuits between boxes.
  • Demonstrates competence in managing Lock Out/Tags Plus and energy isolation procedures
  • Works with the Chief Engineer in order to keep the electrical systems in compliance with all regulatory and classification regulations. This includes U.S.C.G., DNV, FCC, OSHA.
  • Performs routine and annual maintenance of all electrical systems based on manufacture recommendations.
  • Directs and trains other engineering staff to put in, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable sections of the Safety Management System. Is knowledgeable and conversant on applicable policies and procedures contained in the SMS
  • Maintains electrical parts list and inventory, orders supplies through Chief Engineer.
  • Maintains workshop, work areas and supplies in orderly fashion in compliance with regulatory standards.

    • Benefits

  • Company travel policy agreement: successful completion of scheduled trips grants eligibility for airfare expenses between vessel and hometown to be paid by the company
  • 401(k) and 401(k) matching
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Employee assistance program

    • Training Required

  • OSHA Safety Compliance
  • Lock Out/Tag Out
  • Arc Flash Training
  • Hazwoper
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Shipyard Competent
  • EPA Section 608

    • Skills

    Arc FlashDNV And USCG RegulationsElectrical SystemsFirst Aid/CPRHAZWOPERLock-out Tag-outOSHA CompliancePLC SystemsPower DistributionPower Generation

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