**Job Title: Deck Electrician (Previous NNS DE Experience) $140 per diem for days worked** **Job Description** The Deck Electrician must have three (3) or more years of experience in the electrical field, specifically in marine applications. **Responsibilities** + Read and interpret shipboard electrical installation drawings, wiring tables, schematics, and work packages. + Work independently with proper instruction. + Use basic electrical meters and test instruments proficiently (volt-ohm meter, clamp-on ammeter, insulation resistance testers, etc.). + Perform general deck electrician tasks such as laying off and mounting electrical equipment and wireways, installing cable penetrations in equipment, bulkheads, and decks, cable installation, cable terminations, and cut-in and hook-up. + Utilize basic electrician hand tools proficiently (pliers, wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, connector crimping tools, etc.). + Physically climb vertical and inclined stairs and ladders, crawl, bend, stoop, work at heights, and work in confined spaces. **Essential Skills** + Three (3) or more years of experience in the electrical field – Marine applications. + Ability to read and interpret shipboard electrical installation drawings, wiring tables, schematics, and work packages. + Proficiency in the use of basic electrical meters and test instruments. + Proficiency in the use of basic electrician hand tools. + Physical ability to climb vertical and inclined stairs and ladders, crawl, bend, stoop, work at heights, and work in confined spaces. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in marine electrical applications. + Proficiency in electrical testing and terminations. + Experience with cable installation. **Why Work Here?** Join a dynamic and skilled team in the largest shipbuilding company in the world. Enjoy the opportunity to work on Navy vessels and enhance your expertise in marine electrical applications. **Work Environment** Work will be performed in a shipyard located in Southeast Virginia, which spans over 5 miles long. The environment can be very hot and muggy during the summer and cool in the winter. All tasks will be carried out on a Navy vessel or in a shop environment. Candidates must be able to work any shift, with 1st shift running from 7am-3:30pm, 2nd shift from 3:30-11pm, and 3rd shift from 11pm-7am. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, Virginia. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.36 - $27.31/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 Newport News,VA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2025. **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.