Marine Electrician

Company: Aerotek
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Marine Electrician - San Diego, CA Job Description As a Marine Electrician, you will be responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems aboard ships. Your role involves working with various electrical equipment, laying out and installing cables, and ensuring all electrical services on the ship are fully operational. Responsibilities Prepare work areas, drill holes, and grind metal surfaces. Install welds and hook up equipment. Lay out, pull, rip out, repair, and install cable and conduit. Test electrical equipment. Read composite blueprints, computer printouts, and Navy standards manual. Remove scrap and perform general clean up tasks. Perform electrical repairs and new construction aboard private vessels. Troubleshoot, disassemble, inspect, clean, reassemble, and test electrical equipment. Essential Skills Knowledge of Navy AC (60 and 400 Hz) and DC electrical systems. Familiarity with Navy electrical and electronic systems. Proficiency in using common electrical measuring instruments and electronic measuring devices. Ability to fabricate cable runs and wire ways. Experience with electrical systems such as switchboards, switchgear, distribution panels, and controls. Additional Skills & Qualifications Two years of marine electrical experience and/or four years of electrical experience required. Ability to work 1st and 2nd shifts and in varying conditions, including heights and confined spaces. Capability to use power and hand tools, and read composite blueprints and Navy standards manuals. Must comprehend written and verbal instructions and safety regulations. Work Environment The work is primarily conducted in new construction settings, with potential work at 32nd St Naval Base or North Island. Candidates may need to obtain a DBIDS for future projects. The position requires flexibility to work various shifts and adapt to different work conditions. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 24, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Keywords: Aerotek, La Mirada , Marine Electrician, Engineering , San Diego, California