Job Title: Electrician
Location: Houma, LA
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 630am-430pm (Saturdays as needed)
Company Overview:
Grand Isle Shipyard (GIS) is a premier oil and gas services company providing solutions to the energy sector. We specialize in offshore construction, onshore construction, and maintenance services. With over 75 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, safety, and innovation.
Position Summary:
An Electrician installs and repairs wiring, fixtures, and equipment for all electrical services aboard vessels and in shipyard facilities. The duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the scope of the role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Understanding and applying blueprints and technical diagrams
- Using various devices, including ammeters, voltmeters, thermal scanners and cable testers, as well as hand and power tools
- Installing or replacing wiring, lighting, electrical controls, breakers and other electrical devices
- Inspecting and maintaining electrical systems
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a variety of electrical situations
- Skills:
- Exceptional communication and customer service skills
- Strong understanding of wiring, circuits and other electrical components
- Ability to perform electrical tests, read results and diagnose and repair electrical problems
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Effective time management
- Strong work ethic
- Understanding of local and national codes, regulations and safety procedures
- Ability to read blueprints and technical documents
Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physical stamina to perform strenuous tasks and lift heavy components
- Have the ability to move safely over uneven terrain
- Comfort with working in confined spaces
- Ability to climb wind turbines (up to 300 feet) and work at heights
- The ability to work in extreme weather conditions
- The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly
- The ability to respond to dangerous situations
- Must not exceed 280 pounds for the safety of employees (PFPE requirement)
EEOC Statement:
Grand Isle Shipyard (GIS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Electrical: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Brusly, LA 70719 (Required)
Work Location: In person
