Description

Marine Atlantic is dedicated to creating an environment which promotes employee growth, career development, and job satisfaction. Our employees embody our core values; they are diverse, safety-oriented team-players who exhibit integrity and commitment, and always strive for excellence.

Description

Marine Atlantic is dedicated to creating an environment which promotes employee growth, career development, and job satisfaction. Our employees embody our core values; they are diverse, safety-oriented team-players who exhibit integrity and commitment, and always strive for excellence. Marine Atlantic is currently looking for Marine Electricians (Journeyperson Electricians) to work onboard our vessels that operate from the ports of Port aux Basques NL and North Sydney NS year- round; and Argentia NL during the summer season. These positions are permanent, spare and relief positions that are scheduled across our fleet and each tour based on operational requirements. Marine Atlantic is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Preference may be given to members of the following equity deserving groups: women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. If you are a member of one or more of these groups, please state to which group(s) you identify in your application. Reporting to the Chief Electrical Engineer, this position performs preventive maintenance as scheduled and carries out corrective maintenance duties as required. This position also performs preventative maintenance based on assigned job cards.



The Marine Electricians’ main responsibility is for all electrical maintenance to be performed on a safe and timely basis pertaining to all departments. This position must have a good understanding of the vessel’s electrical machinery, systems and test equipment, and provide advice when performing difficult tasks. The vessel crew members must have a clear understanding of the Muster list, emergency duties, Vessel Emergency Plan and SOLAS training manual.

What qualifications do I need to be considered for this opportunity? Certification and Experience

Interprovincial Red Seal Industrial Electrician Certification

AND A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in the electrical field (troubleshooting, maintenance and repair) along with a strong electronics background.

OR A combination of equivalent education, job-related training, and work experience in a related position.

Qualifications

- Must be capable of reading and working from electrical drawings. Experience in tracing electrical circuits and systems
- Must be able to trouble shoot electrical controls and distribution systems
- Must have knowledge of a delta distribution system
- Motor Control Center and Soft Start Motor Controls experience
- Must be familiar with:
- engine alarm and monitoring systems and fire detection systems
- Automation and PMS systems and PLC
- HVAC systems and VFD devices
- generator controls and generator paralleling circuits
- industry standard testing equipment.




- Must be able to perform Lock Out /Tag Out procedures
- Must have a CPR Certificate
- Must be able to work in confined spaces
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Asset Qualifications

- Previous relevant work experience in a marine environment
- Experience and/or training in marine electrical/electronics
- Familiarity with computerized preventive maintenance systems
- Marine STCW 6.1 and 6.2 Courses, including valid MED refresher
- Passenger Safety Management
- Marine Advanced First Aid Certificate
- Transport Canada Marine Medical

We thank all applicants for applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why work for the Marine Atlantic team?

As part of the Marine Atlantic team, you will participate in a variety of ongoing training programs and development opportunities to navigate your career and chart your course for success. We provide a positive and inclusive work culture that is dedicated to creating an environment which promotes employee growth, career development, and job satisfaction. Some perks of working with Marine Atlantic include competitive salaries, defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive health benefit packages, and professional development opportunities. Come experience the pride of working with an organization with newly constructed and revitalized infrastructure that has positioned itself for the future.

Marine Atlantic’s Tour Pattern

There is a monthly tour pattern for regularly assigned positions of 15 days on and 15 days off, normally commencing the 1st and 15th of each month. As a new

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