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Ship System Operator/Watch Stander I

Mobile, AL · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Must be able to start and stop ship service diesel generators, shift shipboard electrical power source between ship and shore and restore electrical power in the event of a loss. QUALIFICATIONS ...

Austal USA

Ship System Operator/Watch Stander I

Mobile, AL · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

Must be able to start and stop ship service diesel generators, shift shipboard electrical power source between ship and shore and restore electrical power in the event of a loss. QUALIFICATIONS ...

Austal USA

Ship System Operator/Watch Stander I

Mobile, AL · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

Must be able to start and stop ship service diesel generators, shift shipboard electrical power source between ship and shore and restore electrical power in the event of a loss. QUALIFICATIONS ...

General Dynamics Information Technology

$26.35 - $35.65/hr

Yes Ship Fitter This is a waterfront shipboard construction and re-modernization position, working ... A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and ...

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What is a ship serviceman?

Ship Servicemen are enlisted personnel in the U.S. Navy responsible for providing essential services that support the daily life and well-being of sailors aboard ships and at shore facilities. Their duties typically include laundry services, barbering, tailoring, and managing shipboard retail operations such as vending machines and ship stores. These services help maintain morale and ensure that sailors have access to personal care and basic supplies while at sea. Ship Servicemen play a vital role in keeping the crew comfortable, clean, and mission-ready.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a ship serviceman, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ship Serviceman, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and familiarity with shipboard maintenance procedures, usually supported by relevant vocational training or experience. Proficiency with cleaning equipment, hand tools, and safety systems such as personal protective equipment (PPE) is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help ensure efficient and safe operations aboard ship. These skills are crucial for maintaining vessel cleanliness, supporting crew welfare, and contributing to overall mission readiness at sea.

What are some common challenges ship servicemen face while working on board, and how can they overcome them?

Ship Servicemen often work in dynamic, fast-paced environments where they are responsible for maintaining cleanliness, handling laundry, and supporting crew welfare. Common challenges include adapting to irregular work hours, managing multiple tasks under time constraints, and maintaining high standards despite limited space and resources. Building strong organizational skills, staying adaptable, and communicating effectively with team members can help overcome these challenges and maintain smooth ship operations.

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Marine Power & Controls Technician (Journeyman Level)

Everett, WA • On-site

Everett Ship Service & Repair
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$33.90 - $35.70/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Are You Ready to Own Complex Shipboard Power?

Do line diagrams make sense at a glance? Can you trace a 480V three-phase fault to a failing controller before the multimeter confirms it? At Everett Ship Repair—founded in 2019 and rapidly growing in Everett, WA—you’ll apply your journeyman-level craft on commercial workboats and passenger vessels. We repair, maintain, and convert ships with the capacity and ambition of a premier Pacific Northwest yard, and we’re advancing fast alongside our experienced team and strong dry-docking capability.

Imagine This

You’re called to a medium-sized passenger vessel. The propulsion control alarms intermittently. You pull the schematic, verify voltage and resistance through the circuit, inspect trays and hangers you helped lay out, and isolate a control signal issue. By day’s end, the propulsion is stable, lights are commissioned, and steering controls are validated—ready for sea trials.

Your Core Impact
  • Translate drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code/specs into accurate layouts and installations.
  • Install shipboard wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, feeders, coax assemblies, lighting, and related hardware.
  • Lay out wireways, set cable trays, and place initial hangers.
  • Test components and systems for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
  • Service/install motors, generators, industrial storage batteries, and controls supporting hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
  • Maintain/repair electrical controls tied to main propulsion systems.
  • Install and verify electrohydraulic steering control functionality.
  • Install and calibrate industrial instrumentation when required.
  • Diagnose, maintain, and repair marine electrical and electromechanical systems using sound technical principles.
  • Complete electrical fitting work: stud runs, cableways, controller mounts, and associated mounting hardware.
  • Operate confidently on 480V three-phase power.
  • Work as a collaborative teammate—adapt, interpret, and problem-solve efficiently.
  • Take on additional related duties as assigned.
Can You Check These Boxes?
  • Read specs and blueprints; align work to contract requirements and schedules.
  • Understand shipyard safety, vessel terminology; experienced with scissor and boom lifts.
  • Comfortable in confined spaces and variable indoor/outdoor weather conditions.
  • Solid basic math skills.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 3+ years as a General Maintenance Worker (or similar) with marine electrical maintenance/repair exposure.
  • 2–3 years working directly with electrical systems.
  • Valid WA State driver’s license.
Make Your Application Stand Out
  • Marine Electrician experience
  • WA 01 Journeyman Electrical Card (industrial experience)
  • Working knowledge of applicable NAVSEA Standard Items
  • OSHA 10 certification
  • NFPA 70E training
  • Understanding of IEEE 45 and relevant CFR installation requirements
  • Forklift and manlift certifications and experience
  • Interest and aptitude for future crew leadership roles
Technical Strengths We Value
  • Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
  • 120/208/240/480 V power distribution
  • Electrical installation, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair
  • Electrical/electronic systems, plus heavy equipment systems diagnostics
  • IEEE 45 and NFPA 70E
What You’ll Receive
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Group life insurance with optional supplemental life and disability
  • Paid time off and 9 paid holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • State-certified apprenticeship programs and a culture of learning
Our Policies

Equal Employment Opportunity: Everett Ship Repair is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, political affiliation, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.

Everett Ship Repair is a drug-free workplace, and all applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.