Yard Electrician at Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp

Compensation

$25 – $30/hr

Location: Salisbury, Maryland
Type: Full-time
Posted: Jun 23, 2026

Description

Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp is looking for a full-time Yard Electrician in Salisbury, Maryland. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems throughout the shipyard. They must have prior experience in a marine, industrial, or heavy manufacturing setting, possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and be familiar with industry codes and regulations.

Required Skills

Installation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Repairing
Electrical Systems
Power Distribution
Cabling
Breaker Panels
Lighting
Control Circuits
Test Equipment
Schematics
Preventative Maintenance Programs
Electrical Inspections
Corrosive Environments
Mitigation Techniques
Blueprint Reading
Sketch Interpretation
Wiring Schematics
Technical Manuals
Templates
Industry Codes and Regulations
Analytical Skills
Communication Skills
Tools Usage
Safety Procedures
Teamwork

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems in a marine, industrial, or heavy manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with preventative maintenance programs and electrical inspections
Knowledge of corrosive or harsh environmental conditions and appropriate mitigation techniques
Experience reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, wiring schematics, technical manuals, and templates
Familiar with industry codes and regulations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of and use of all tools of their trade to accomplish the more complex tasks associated with electrical installation
Safe use of all tools and equipment
Able to work independently and in a team