Responsibilities

- Install, repair, and maintain marine AC and DC electrical systems on a variety of vessels.
- Diagnose electrical faults using systematic troubleshooting and appropriate test equipment.
- Install and commission batteries, charging systems, inverters, shore power equipment, and electrical distribution systems.
- Install and troubleshoot navigation electronics, vessel communication networks, lighting, and monitoring systems.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and installation instructions.
- Complete cable routing, terminations, equipment mounting, and labelling to a high standard of workmanship.
- Inspect existing installations, identify deficiencies, and recommend practical solutions.
- Test and verify completed work, including dockside commissioning and sea trials as required.
- Maintain accurate records of work completed, test results, materials used, and changes to vessel systems.
- Coordinate with the electrical lead, project managers, and other trades to meet project requirements and schedules.
- Work safely, protect vessel interiors and equipment, and maintain an organized work area.

Preferred Qualifications

- Red Seal Electrician
- Quadrant Marine Service Technician
- ABYC Electrical Certification
- NMEA Marine Electronics Installer
- NMEA NMEA2000 Installer
- Dealer/Manufacturer Certifications

Job Requirements

- Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 75 lb at or below waist height, including marine batteries.




- Lift and position equipment weighing up to 50 lb between waist and shoulder height.
- Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and work in limited space
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Recreational boating experience helpful
- Must hold valid Class 5 driver's license
- Minimum four years experience in the Marine industry
- Must own or be willing to obtain a full set of hand tools (list of applicable tools can be provided) - Tool Fund for Apprentices assists with this.
- Short-listed candidates will be required to complete a criminal records check as part of the hiring process. These checks will be conducted through our authorized partner, Triton Canada Inc. and will be completed only with the candidate’s knowledge and consent. Information obtained through this process will be handled confidentially and used solely for employment-related purposes.

Basic Details

- Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with two 1/2 hour breaks
- overtime as needed
- weekends as needed
- must currently live within a reasonable commute to Philbrook's Boatyard Ltd. located at: 2324 Harbour Road, Sidney BC V8L 2P6
- opportunities for future training in the Marine industry

Pay: $50.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Marine Electrical Technician (Sidney)
🏢 Philbrook's Boatyard
📍 Sidney