Senior Electrician

Job Summary

Job Description

This position performs a wide variety of electrical tasks in Institution Buildings and on Ships

Essential Functions & Duties 

• Constructs, installs, and repairs electrical equipment and facilitates ashore and on-board Institution vessels. Traces, identifies, and corrects malfunction and failures for a great variety of commercial and marine electrical circuitry. Includes but not limited to: 

• Testing of electrical circuits 

• Support testing of sprinkler systems and elevators 

• Working with electrical control systems, batteries and backup systems 

• Assists, as required, in design work for electrical installation and constructs required units 

• Develops material lists required for work and prepares requisition for approval 

• Works with electrical meters and tools, mechanic’s hand and power tools, drill press, power saws, sheet metal tools, heavy equipment (forklifts, crane cars, and overhead cranes) and ship’s electrical equipment and machinery  

• Performs other such duties as deemed necessary by supervisor 

Required Experience & Education 

• High school or vocational school plus 1 year training school or apprenticeship in electrical trades  

• Valid MA driver’s license 

• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) 

• Ability to obtain a MA electricians license 

Preferred Experience & Education 

• Licensed MA electrician 

• Knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard rules and regulations pertinent to installation of electrical cable and equipment  

Physical Requirements 

• Lifting/carrying 25lbs – 50lbs  

• Work above shoulder height 

• Use of ladders / bucket truck 

• Ability to distinguish basic colors 

Additional Job Requirements

Salary Range: $70,963 - $91,796

The salary range provided for this position reflects the expected minimum and maximum base pay for new hires. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity and market conditions. In addition to base salary, eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package. 

WHOI accepts applications on a rolling basis - applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure full consideration. While we will continue to review applications until the position is filled, and early applicants may have an advantage in the selection process.

EEO Statement

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.