Job Description
Position Summary: St. Johns Shipbuilding seeks an Electrical Operator to manage and operate the electrical systems within our Palatka, FL shipyard. This specialized role involves maintaining and troubleshooting electrical equipment, ensuring that all shipyard operations run smoothly and adhere to safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate electrical systems and control panels in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Monitor the functionality of shipyard electrical equipment, identifying potential issues before they escalate.
- Carry out maintenance and repairs on electrical machinery and tools, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity.
- Document electrical activities, maintain accurate logs, and report to management on the status of equipment.
- Uphold safety standards and practices, remaining vigilant to prevent accidents and ensure the protection of all shipyard personnel.
Location: Palatka, FL, USA
Experience Required: Candidates should possess extensive experience operating electrical systems, with a background in industrial or maritime settings preferred. A keen understanding of electrical safety and operational efficiency is necessary for this role.
Experience
We are located on the Southeast Coast with excellent access to all of the Mid Atlantic and New England as well as the Caribbean and Gulf Coast. Our facility sits on a beautiful, partially wooded site along the St. Johns River in Putnam County, Florida approximately 68 miles south of Jacksonville, Fla., at marker 31. The St. Johns River is easily accessible to the Intracoastal Waterway and open to the Atlantic Ocean at Jacksonville, Florida.
We offer a 850 ton dry dock, a crane capacity of 500 tons, 2,400 feet of water frontage with over 900 feet of bulkhead including a 400-ft launch basin, two rail launch systems, a 425-ft by 75-ft fabrication shop as well as complete carpentry, electrical and machine shops.