Electrician

Description

Job Description:

Southeast Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) is the primary acoustic measurement facility for Pacific Fleet submarines.  SEAFAC is located on Back Island, just outside of Ketchikan, Alaska and is operated by NSWCCD Code 70 and their contractor: Leidos.  SEAFAC has a shore facility consisting of six buildings and a pier, as well as two major vessel test sites – a static site where the test vessel is suspended at various depths for specific noise investigations and an underway site for performing noise investigations at various speed conditions and depths.

This position is for a Licensed Electrician for the Leidos SEAFAC Operations & Maintenance contract at Back Island, Ketchikan, Alaska.   This position is responsible for maintenance and repair of electrical systems and/or electronics systems at the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility.  Specific job duties will depend on candidate qualifications.

This position requires working in a maritime/industrial environment that includes exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, humidity, and wet environments.  The job will require climbing ladders, entering vessels, and working in hard to reach and high places.

Candidates must be able to:

Climb at least 50 feet of rung ladder to access scaffolding, platforms, and other operational positions, lift and carry heavy objects of up to 50 pounds, distinguish colors, remain alert during extended working hours, perceive depth, work from ladders, sky climbers, and scaffolding. This position will require working evenings and weekends at times. Travel to/from the SEAFAC site on a boat, candidate must have the ability to walk up and down steep inclines (such as piers at low tide) unassisted.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is expected to follow work processed with minimal direction and will exercise independent judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Work is performed under the tutelage of more experienced staff when required.  The position requires significant communication with customers and functional peer groups.  Interaction normally involves exchange or presentation of factual information, with the assistance of more senior personnel as needed.

This position receives general instruction in the performance of routine work.  Most assignments fall within the purview of standard practices and procedures.  Individual must have the knowledge and ability to understand when standard process and procedures do not apply and to seek help from their manager in those instances. This position requires the application of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures to acquire the knowledge and experience to become proficient in the job. Complex choice(s) of action are required using considerable breadth of knowledge, logic, and understanding to troubleshoot equipment, and determine which course of action to take. Daily tasks will include the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electronics and/or electrical equipment.  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

5 years of experience in the professional world serving as an Electrician.  Preferred qualifications would include experience with electronics troubleshooting, electronics system maintenance, vessel electrical maintenance.

Ability to read, interpret, and understand schematics, drawings, as well as implement program directives, safety regulations, and local area instructions.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Must have the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to drive and dock small boats in varying weather conditions as well as deckhand when needed.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 45,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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