Calibration & Instrument Repair Electrician - Action Technology LLC
Newport News, VA
About the Job
The Calibration & Instrument Repair Electrician must have (25) or more years of experience in the electrical field – Industrial, Marine or Commercial Nuclear applications.
Required skills:
- Must have extensive understanding of nuclear plant machinery and auxiliary equipment that supports NAVAL Reactors
- Extensive understanding of the theory and operation of a steam power plant
- Performed detailed work in nuclear propulsion plants and power generation systems
- Comprehensive understanding of a pressurized-water Naval nuclear power plant, including reactor core nuclear principles, heat transfer and fluid systems, plant chemistry and materials, mechanical and electrical systems, and radiological control
- Performed thorough maintenance on the electronic systems that make the nuclear reactor on Navy ships run
- Advanced understanding of shipboard electrical installation drawings, wiring tables, schematics, and work packages.
- Must have an extensive understanding of electrical theory. (i.e. DC, AC, Motors)
- Has expertise knowledge of electrical components and schematic symbols in a system.
- Must be highly competent in reading and utilizing test procedures and work documents.
- Work independently with proper instruction.
- The candidate should have extensive knowledge in and leading a small team of 2 or more employees
- Proficient in using extensive electrical meters and test instruments (volt-ohm meter, clamp-on ammeter, insulation resistance testers, phase rotation tester, meggers, etc.).
- Must be proficient in verify circuit continuity using applicable drawings, meters, and test equipment (e.g wire check phones)
- An intermediate/advanced understanding of a ship’s power distribution system
- Must be knowledgeable in lockout/tag out and hazardous energy control procedures.
- Test and inspect low, medium, and high-voltage cable installations.
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical performance deficiencies (e.g. ground fault, motor circuits, power circuits)
- Proficient in reading schematics and determine the cause of the fault in the system drawings and components.
- Proficient in the use of extensive electrician hand tools (i.e. Pliers, wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, connector crimping tools, etc.)
- Physically able to climb vertical and inclined stairs and ladders, crawl, bend, stoop, work at heights, and work in confined spaces.
- Able to obtain a clearance (Secret/Confidential)
Source : Action Technology LLC