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Marine Electrician II
Company: Continental Tide Defense Systems Incorporated
Job Ref: # 7342442
Date Posted: 7/25/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA

Salary: $22 - $33

Job Description


Marine Electrician II

Location: San Diego, CA

Department/Business Unit: Fleet Services Group - East

EEOC Job Category: Craft Workers

Job Category: N/A

Keywords: Marine Electrician II

Type: Full-Time/Regular

Job Description:

Company Overview:

Continental Tide Defense Systems Inc. (Continental Tide) is headquartered in Reading, PA with additional locations in Philadelphia; San Diego, CA; Bremerton, WA and Norfolk, VA. We specialize in providing engineering and industrial services to the US Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other Department of Defense Organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we're looking for "the best at what they do" to join our team and help us grow in new ways. Strong attention to detail is essential as you will be fully engaged from the first day. We are always looking for top-talent and we look forward to new-thinkers and team-players joining our company! We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.

Continental Tide is searching for skilled Marine Electricians II for our Fleet Services in Norfolk, VA. The successful candidate will join our Fleet Services Group performing various ship repairs, modernization and Alteration Installation Team (AIT) projects.

Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Inspecting, repairing, installing, modifying, and maintaining electrical/electronic systems, circuits and equipment.
  • Setting up, checking, and correcting operational and experimental electrical machinery, circuitry, and equipment while adhering to pre-established guidelines and engineering specifications.
  • Performing component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose the problem and provide most cost-effective recommendation for completing repairs.
  • Perform and/or verify mechanical alignments.
  • Perform on-site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs and system configuration validation.
  • Inspects and tests electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices.
  • Assemble multi-pin connectors and fiber optic connections.
  • Utilize standard concepts, practices, and procedures in industry and NAVSEA Standard items
  • Repair and replace cables and connectors.
  • Participating in the installation, maintenance of Combat Systems, PLCs, AC and DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, lighting and alarm circuits.

Experience and Skills:

Requirements include:

  • Will read, interpret, and understand simple schematics and blueprints.
  • Repair and replace cables and connectors.
  • Work involves participating in the installation and maintenance of AC and DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, lighting, and alarm circuits.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and install electronic and electronic equipment and cables.
  • Applicant must be familiar with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
  • Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance and must be able to obtain DBIDS and be able to access local shipyards and US Navy bases.
  • Must possess basic hand tools.
  • Candidate must be able to walk, stand for long periods of time, sit, bend, stretch, reach, squat and twist
  • Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs.
  • Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.
  • Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
  • May ride ships at sea for extended periods.
  • May require wearing a respirator.
  • Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Must be Cableway Certified*
  • Certified in "Multi-pin" Connectors IAW MIL-STD-20035A (SA)*
  • Certified in Fiber Optic: CFOS/O, CFOS/C, CFOS/S, CFOS/T, CFOS/FC*
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), fiber optics and integrated network system experience are preferred*
  • Minimum of 7 years' experience as a marine electrician with 3 or more years of previous supervisory responsibilities
  • Experience with maintaining budgets and material Responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical and electro-mechanical systems of ferries, dredges, and military vessels
  • Must be familiar with NAVSEA Standard Item requirements
  • Currently certified to accomplish wire way inspections in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Items
  • Microsoft Office knowledge is a plus
  • Identify and make recommendation to shop superintendent regarding problem areas in contract work items
  • Overhaul A.C. & D.C systems. Power generation, distribution and users
  • Laying out of wire ways
  • Pulling and splicing wires
  • Circuit Labeling
  • Installation and hook up of lighting fixtures
  • Circuit testing and troubleshooting
  • Writing simple purchase requisitions for purchase department
  • Instructing helpers, apprentices, or less skillful electricians.
  • Take and record motor and generator thrust, clearance, and alignment measures
  • Ability to identify materials and parts required for job performance
  • Selection of substitute electrical components
  • Ability to foresee problems, write reports and give suggestions for solving those issues

Additional Information:

Job Level: Mid Career (2+ years)

Years of Experience: More than 5 Years

Salary: 22.28 to 32.64

Apply Type*: Resume

Budgeted Position*: Yes

FLSA Status*: Non Exempt

Job Code*: ELEC 2

Addition or Replacement*: Addition

Job Level: Advanced

Job Type: Full-Time/Regular

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Clearance Type: Secret

Number of Openings: 10

Level of Education: High School/GED

Starting Date: ASAP




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Marine Electrician III
Company: Continental Tide Defense Systems Incorporated
Job Ref: # 8066633
Date Posted: 7/25/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA

Salary: $29 - $44

Job Description


Marine Electrician III

Location: San Diego, CA

Job Description:

Company Overview:

Continental Tide Defense Systems Inc. (Continental Tide) is headquartered in Reading, PA with additional locations in Philadelphia; San Diego, CA; Bremerton, WA and Norfolk, VA. We specialize in providing engineering and industrial services to the US Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other Department of Defense Organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we're looking for 'the best at what they do' to join our team and help us grow in new ways. Strong attention to detail is essential as you will be fully engaged from the first day. We are always looking for top-talent and we look forward to new-thinkers and team-players joining our company! We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.

Continental Tide is searching for skilled Marine Electricians III for our Fleet Services for our Fleet Services in Norfolk, VA. The successful candidate will join our Fleet Services Group performing various ship repairs, modernization and Alteration Installation Team (AIT) projects.

Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Inspecting, repairing, installing, modifying, and maintaining electrical/electronic systems, circuits and equipment.
  • Perform on-site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs and system configuration validation.
  • Setting up, checking, and correcting operational and experimental electrical machinery, circuitry, and equipment while adhering to pre-established guidelines and engineering specifications
  • Assembles multi-pin connectors and fiber optic connections.
  • Constructing components, subunits, or simple models or adapting standard equipment and troubleshoots and corrects malfunctions.
  • Performing component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose the problem and provide most cost effective recommendation for completing repairs. Perform and/or verify mechanical alignments. Perform on-site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs and system configuration validation.
  • Read, interpret, and understand simple schematics and blueprints.
  • Inspects and tests electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices
  • Extracts and compiles a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, lab reports, etc.; processes data, identifying errors or inconsistencies; selects methods of data presentation.
  • Conducting various tests or experiments which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement; selects, sets up, and operates standard test equipment and records test data.
  • Follow specific layout and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and subunits of equipment.

Experience and Skills:

Requirements include:

  • *******Must be Copper Connector Certified & possess fiber optic experience*******
  • Technical expertise with power generation and transmission equipment, motorized valve actuators, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), fiber optics and integrated network system experience
  • Possess a minimum of seven (7) years of practical shipboard experience with HM&E systems and equipment.
  • Possess possess NAVSEA Cableway and Connectorization Certifications.
  • Candidates must possess a high school diploma, GED or industrial school certificate.
  • Setting up, checking, and correcting operational and experimental electrical machinery, circuitry, and equipment while adhering to pre-established guidelines and engineering specifications.
  • Will read, interpret, and understand simple schematics and blueprints.
  • Repair and replace cables and connectors.
  • Work involves participating in the installation and maintenance of AC and DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, lighting, and alarm circuits.
  • Applicant must be familiar with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
  • Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance and must be able to obtain DBIDS and be able to access local shipyards and US Navy bases.
  • Must possess basic hand tools.
  • Candidate must be able to walk, stand for long periods of time, sit, bend, stretch, reach, squat and twist
  • Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs.
  • Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.
  • Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
  • May ride ships at sea for extended periods.
  • May require wearing a respirator.
  • Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Certified in 'Multi-pin' Connectors IAW MIL-STD-20035A (SA)*
  • Certified in Fiber Optic: CFOS/O, CFOS/C, CFOS/S, CFOS/T, CFOS/FC*
  • Minimum of 7 years' experience as a Marine Electrician with 3 or more years of previous supervisory responsibilities*
  • Experience with maintaining budgets and material Responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical and electro-mechanical systems of ferries, dredges, and military vessels
  • Must be familiar with NAVSEA Standard Item requirements
  • Currently certified to accomplish wire way inspections in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Items
  • Microsoft Office knowledge is a plus
  • Identify and make recommendation to shop superintendent regarding problem areas in contract work items
  • Overhaul A.C. & D.C systems. Power generation, distribution and users
  • Laying out of wire ways
  • Pulling and splicing wires
  • Circuit Labeling
  • Installation and hook up of lighting fixtures
  • Circuit testing and troubleshooting
  • Writing simple purchase requisitions for purchase department
  • Instructing helpers, apprentices, or less skillful electricians
  • Take and record motor and generator thrust, clearance, and alignment measures
  • Ability to identify materials and parts required for job performance
  • Selection of substitute electrical components
  • Ability to foresee problems, write reports and give suggestions for solving those issues

Physical Requirements:

  • Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
  • Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
  • Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, as required.
  • Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components.
  • Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels.
  • Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect marine components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment.
  • May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
  • Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
  • May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively to exchange and comprehend information.
  • Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold.
  • Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements.

Additional Information:

Job Level: Mid Career (2+ years)

Years of Experience: More than 5 Years

Salary: 29.31 to 43.97

Apply Type*: Resume

Budgeted Position*: Yes

FLSA Status*: Non Exempt

Job Code*: ELEC 2

Addition or Replacement*: Addition

Job Level: Advanced

Job Type: Full-Time/Regular

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Clearance Type: Secret

Number of Openings: 3

Level of Education: High School/GED

Starting Date: ASAP





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Controls Specialist
Company: FairBanks Morse Defense
Job Ref: # 3048666
Date Posted: 7/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA

Salary: $32 - $48

Job Description


Job Description
Job Title:  Controls Specialist       

Reports To: Service Supervisor

Summary

A Controls Specialist (CS) is responsible for installation, commissioning, scheduled and emergency service on products serviced by Fairbanks Morse Defense commensurate with appropriate certification. The CS is required to establish, promote, and maintain excellent rapport with all customers, co-workers, sales representatives, and others as appropriate. The CS is also required to maintain continuous communication with Region Offices, and direct manager.


Principle Duties and Responsibilities

ROLE
  • Controls Specialist conducts installation, testing, and troubleshooting services for the controls systems on FMD engine lines 
  • Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
  • Ability to diagnose problems and develop solutions for qualified engines
  • Can work independently on qualified engines
  • May occasionally be assigned to shop duties such as general machining, part inspections, assembly, testing, and warehouse.

TECHNICAL
  • Keep current on Engineering Change Orders, Field Service Change Notices and Service Information Letters
  • Document work performed on Service Reports and write Condition Found Reports
SAFETY
  • Operate in a safe manner in accordance with published safety guidelines
  • Wear appropriate PPE as per company guidelines and accordance with job duties
  • Report all work related accidents or injuries immediately to the appropriate personnel
  • Complete annual safety training requirements as outlined on regional safety schedule

ADMINISTRATION
  • Provide accurate and timely reporting according to company guidelines
  • Timecards, expense reports, mileage reports, project closure, et al.
  • Obtain and maintain certifications for this position based on internal Service Progression
Requirements
  • Provide estimated time of arrival to the Customer where applicable
  • Maintain company property according to company policies
  • Vehicle, credit cards, PPE, test equipment, laptop, et al.

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
  • Provide proper and adequate communication to internal and external customers
  • Complete scheduled maintenance documentation properly and provide to the customer upon completion of each designated assignment
  • Provide estimated time of arrival to the customer where applicable
  • Strive to provide all customers a “first time fix” for their equipment
  • Maintain customer satisfaction rates according to company guidelines

PERFORMANCE
  • Maximize productivity by combining service opportunities
  • Complete all work in an efficient and timely manner
  • Maintain productive utilization rate according to company guidelines
  • Adhere to company dress code and safety regulations
  • Understand and comply with company escalation processes and procedures
  • Maintain proper communication with all levels within the organization
  • Must act and perform as a role model to associates.  Lead by example in all aspects of job requirements
  • Conduct themselves with a high degree of professionalism and of service delivery
  • Ability to manage stressful internal and external customer situations with diplomacy. 


Qualifications and Educational Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED required; and at least one or more of the following required:
    • Associate Degree in Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, or Power Generation Technology with four years’ experience in a related field, including two years equivalent industry experience with electrical/motion controls required, or
    • Four years’ experience in a related field, including three years equivalent industry experience with electrical/motion controls required
  • Knowledge of two and four stroke engine operating theory preferred
  • Basic understanding of gas compression and associated hazards preferred
  • Understanding of electrical systems and associated hazards required
  • Ability to use electrical test equipment
    • Multimeters
    • Pressure calibrators
    • Signal generators
    • Process meters
  • Must be able to read and interpret mechanical system line diagrams and blueprints
  • Must be able to read and interpret electrical line diagrams and blueprints
  • Ability to diagnose and repair electrical problems
  • Working knowledge and application of pneumatic, PLC, and electronic engine controls required, such as:
    • Electrical circuit diagnosis and meter usage for: VDC, 12VDC, 24VDC, 125VDC, 120VAC, 240VAC, 480VAC, 3 phase
    • Allen Bradley PLC (RSLogix 500 and RSLogix 5000) or equivalent systems
    • HMI programming (Panelbuilder 32, FactoryTalk View ME) or equivalent systems
  • Automation system diagnosis and troubleshooting
  • End devices for the following signal type
    • RTDs
    • Thermocouples
    • 4-20mA sensors
    • Relays/Solenoids
    • Magnetic pickups
    • Hall Effect proximity sensors
    • Related cabling and terminals in automation control panels
  • Standby generator and engine operation and maintenance
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Proficiency in English language (verbal and written)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Maintain valid driver’s license and qualify for company credit card
  • Travel required up to 75% (domestic and international, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, and in emergency situations travel on very short notice). Must hold valid US Passport or be able to obtain one within the first 3 months upon hire.
This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing duties of the above jobs, the Controls Specialist is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or other components; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear and smell.  The associate frequently is required to sit and climb or balance.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Must have ability to regularly lift at least 35 pounds.


This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.






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Field Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 6272601
Date Posted: 7/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000

Job Description

Position Details

Title:  Field Engineer
Location: Southern California (SD, OC, LA or Riverside)
Shift: Monday – Friday | Typical Business Hours
Compensation: $100k First Year W2
$74K - $77K base salary + ~$20K COLA + Cellphone Allowance + Vehicle Allowance + Annual Bonus
Benefits:  Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life and Disability Insurance as well as generous PTO. Year 2 triggers retirement plan that comes with 15% of base pay annual contributions. Bonuses, Profit Shares, and Automobiles kick in with advance positions.
Travel: Local travel to project sites

Position Description: Field Engineer
The primary purpose of the Field Engineer is to train employees on how to build projects in the field and to aid the Superintendent in Field Management. The Field Engineer is responsible for most of the layout of the project as well as lift drawings, safety, and quality control responsibilities.
• Subcontractor Management
• Assisting Foreman with interpreting plans and specifications
• Production and daily reporting

Company is hiring people that are seeking a career and provide systematic training toward career advancement. The Field Engineer role is an opportunity to build a lucrative career in commercial construction management.

Requirements:
• Strong communication skills
• Microsoft Office Suites (specifically Excel, Prolog, Primavera, and AutoDesk Suite experience)
• 3 years of applicable experience (project management, leadership)
• 4-year degree or Construction Management experience.
• Military experience is heavily valued.





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Controls Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 3173394
Date Posted: 7/20/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA

Salary: $32 - $38

Job Description

Position Details
Title: Controls Technician
Location: San Diego, CA
Shift: Mon-Fri 1st Shift
Compensation: $32-$38/hour + OT
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
401K, holidays & PTO
100% employee-stock ownership
Truck + Gas Travel: Vast majority of travel is within San
Diego
Less than 10% overnight travel
Vaccine Requirement: No


Position Description:
The position requires the individual to apply their basic
technical knowledge and any prior experience for the support of project start
up, commissioning and troubleshooting activities. In addition, this position
will be responsible for field assisting of engineering, programming, graphics
and closeout documentation activities for each project. The position requires a
basic and proficient level of computer skills and understanding of
computer-operated systems. Additionally, the individual is required to closely
interact with the Project Manager and/or assigned Project Engineer in the
timely completion of each project. This role will also be responsible at times
for hardware design tasks to allow for continued exposure and development in
more sophisticated and larger system applications.

Responsibilities: 

  • Assistance in the startup and commissioning activities of
    basic/zone control systems designed and programmed by others.
  • Performs and validates the execution of the initial
    systems point-to-point commissioning activities
  • Assists higher level Systems Software Engineers in the
    commissioning and troubleshooting of local and wide area networks.
  • Assists higher level Systems Software Engineers in the
    utilization of computer hardware and software to support pre-functional testing
    of the system software code in relationship to the design sequence of
    operations.
  • Supports final systems functional testing as required by
    the project team.
  • Performs basic program and graphics modification and
    hardware applications designs
  • Initiates and tracks project checkout documentation and
    as-built conditions for submission to the assigned Project Manager.
Requirements:
  • Associates degree in a technical field with 2-5 years of
    related work experience in building automation systems OR military technician
    experience.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and any technical school
    training.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office, Windows, File Structure,
    Basic TCP/IP network structure and web navigation are desired.
  • Must be highly organized and possess the ability to work
    in a high paced environment with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet the
    schedules given by leadership
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license
  • Must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds,
    frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move
    up to 100 pounds.
  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is
    regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and
    reach with hands and arms.



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