Marine Trade Electrician Job at B&D Contracting, New Orleans, LA

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  • B&D Contracting
  • New Orleans, LA

Job Description

Job Title: Marine Trade Electrician

Location: Louisiana

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled  Marine Trade Electrician to join our team in  Louisiana . This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems on boats, ships, and other marine vessels. The Marine Electrician will work with navigation systems, lighting, control panels, batteries, and communication equipment while ensuring all electrical work meets marine safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with  Avionix systems as well as AC/DC electrical systems , and be familiar with marine electronic systems such as  communication and navigation equipment . This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to read electrical schematics, and the capability to work safely in  shipyards, marinas, and onboard vessels , including confined or wet environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems on marine vessels.
  • Read and interpret  electrical schematics and wiring diagrams .
  • Install and wire  navigation systems, communication equipment, lighting, batteries, and control panels .
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical faults using testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
  • Work with  AC/DC electrical systems and marine electronic components.
  • Ensure all installations and repairs meet  marine electrical safety standards .
  • Follow safety procedures when working in confined spaces, wet environments, or onboard vessels.
  • Work collaboratively with marine technicians and maintenance teams.

Must Have

  • Experience working as a  Marine Electrician or Marine Electrical Technician .
  • Experience with  Avionix systems .
  • Strong knowledge of  AC and DC electrical systems .
  • Ability to  read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams .
  • Experience installing or repairing  marine navigation and communication systems .
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues using testing and diagnostic equipment.
  • Ability to work in  shipyards, marinas, or onboard vessels , including confined or wet environments.

Preferred

  • ABYC (American Boat & Yacht Council) Certification .
  • Previous experience working in  shipyards or marine repair facilities .
  • Experience with  marine control systems and instrumentation .
  • Knowledge of  marine electrical safety standards and regulations .
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a  marine maintenance team .

Work Environment

  • Shipyards, marinas, and marine repair facilities.
  • Work may be performed  outdoors, onboard vessels, or in confined spaces .
  • Exposure to  water, electrical equipment, and marine environments .

Schedule

  • Full-Time Position

AI Screening Questions

  1. How many years of experience do you have working as a Marine Electrician or Marine Electrical Technician?
  2. Do you have hands-on experience with Avionix systems in marine or vessel applications?
  3. Are you experienced working with both AC and DC electrical systems?
  4. Have you installed or repaired marine navigation and communication systems?
  5. Are you comfortable working in shipyards, onboard vessels, and in confined or wet environments?
  6. Do you currently hold an ABYC Certification or similar marine electrical certification?

Job Tags

Full time

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