Electrician at FINCANTIERI MARINE REPAIR LLC – Jacksonville, Florida

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America is hiring for an Electrician at our Jacksonville FL location. This is a 1st shift role, Monday – Friday 7AM – 3:45PM.

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

Position Summary

The Electrician is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment aboard ships and in shipyard facilities. This role supports electrical system functionality by executing assigned tasks, ensuring quality workmanship, and following shipyard safety and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

o Install, route, connect, and secure electrical wiring, cables, fixtures, and equipment, including circuit breakers, transformers, panels, and other electrical components, using appropriate hand and power tools

o Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and components using diagnostic equipment such as voltmeters and ohmmeters to ensure proper functionality and safety compliance

o Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications to determine layout, installation, and repair requirements for assigned work tasks

o Perform electrical work in a variety of environments, including confined spaces, elevated work areas, and shipboard locations using ladders, scaffolds, or aerial work platforms (AWP)

o Other duties and overtime as assigned

Required Skills

o Strong knowledge of shipboard electrical systems, wiring methods, power distribution systems, motors, lighting circuits, and control components used in installation, repair, and maintenance activities, including basic knowledge of alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) systems and circuit principles

o Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical specifications, and troubleshoot electrical system malfunctions using diagnostic equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, insulation tester (megger), and other standard electrical testing tools

o Working knowledge of NEC (2020–2023), IEEE 45, NAVSEA, and electrical safety standards, including energized system practices such as Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO), Work Authorization Forms (WAF), Hot Work procedures, and safe handling of electrical systems

o Must have basic organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills

o Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor

o Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMSNA and have high values for safety awareness

Education and Experience

o Journeyman, Technical or Associate’s degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

o 2 Years of marine, shipyard, or industrial manufacturing electrical experience required

Competencies

Fincantieri’s core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:

o Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning.

o Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals.

o Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction.

o Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects and controls; stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; and speak or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 35lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally. Work is performed both inside and outside in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid climates. The employee may also be required to work in confined spaces and at varying heights. Frequent use of PPE is required to minimize noise exposure, moving machinery, weather elements, and other potential hazards, including the risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer

This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.