Becoming an electrician in Long Beach, CA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in California, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Long Beach earn an average of $1,557 per week, with an annual overtime average of $49,088. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
About the Role: We are currently seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician/Electrician (Level 2) to join our team on a direct hire basis. This is a hands-on, mid-level position requiring a minimum of 5 years’ experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a background in marine environments or diesel mechanics and be comfortable working in a dynamic, small-team environment where flexibility and initiative are key. Key Responsibilities: • Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work. • Support multiple departments as needed—this is a collaborative, "all hands on deck" work culture. • Respond to equipment breakdowns, including during off-hours (on-call availability required). • Operate and maintain high-value, state-of-the-art machinery. • Work primarily outdoors in various weather conditions (rain or shine). Qualifications: • Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial or commercial electrical maintenance. • Comfortable with both electrical and mechanical repair work. • Experience with marine equipment or diesel mechanics is highly preferred. • Self-starter who can work independently, efficiently, and with attention to detail. • Must be adaptable—candidates who say "that's not my job" need not apply. • Willing and able to obtain TWIC card and CBSC after starting (not required to apply). What We Offer: • Competitive hourly pay • Direct hire with long-term career potential • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment • Team-oriented culture with variety in day-to-day work Job Type: Full-time Pay: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday Application Question(s): • Do you have or will you be able to obtain a TWIC card within the first 30 days of hire? Ability to Commute: • Long Beach, CA 90822 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Long Beach, CA 90822: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Salary: $32 - $45 per hour DOE Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth. THIS ROLE: As the Shipyard Electrician you will perform electrical maintenance, repair, and new installation work on CMCs vessels and shoreside facilities. This position requires strong theoretical and practical knowledge of marine electrical systems. The Shipyard Electrician is required to manage their own workload as well as delegate tasks to labor crews as necessary. This position is not restricted to the Long Beach shipyard. A TWIC card and unrestricted travel in the US are necessary. RESPONSIBILITES: • Manage shipyard electrical safety. • Lead and supervise labor crews working on electrical installations. • Use hand and power tools to run and terminate cable and install equipment. • Use test equipment to troubleshoot power and control systems. • Assist with system design and project planning. • Specify electrical equipment for new installations. • Train electrical apprentices. • Travel to project sites as needed. • Provide quality control and oversight for electrical system installation. WHO YOU ARE: Ideal candidate will possess the following skills: • Ability to use a multimeter, megohmmeter, process meter, and calibration equipment. • Ability to use hand and power tools in a safe manner. • Ability to install and troubleshoot motor controllers, motors, generators, transformers, control systems, low voltage DC systems, and ungrounded AC 3-phase systems up to 600V. • Ability to specify cable and circuit breaker ampacities. • Ability to order research and order parts and manage a budget. • Knowledge of and ability to comply with USCG, ABS, IEEE45, and NEC standards. • Ability to specify and install navigation equipment including radars, ECDIS, GPS, radios, GMDSS, depth sounders, and autopilots, as well as proficiency in NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 networking. • Ability to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and email. • Ability to anticipate future assignments and manage simultaneous projects. • Ability to use CAD software to draw and edit schematics. Preferred Certifications • Shipyard Competent Person • OSHA 30 • Passport • Physical & DOT Drug Test • Respiratory Fit Test • Participation in a random drug testing program Physical Aptitudes • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. • Ability to use stairs on a regular basis. • Ability to climb ladders and maneuver in tight spaces. • Ability to acquire and maintain a TWIC and valid Drivers License if required to drive for work. Curtin Maritimeis an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
See More Details >>Duties The incumbent at this grade involves making repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, soldering, & insulating defective wiring, controls, equipment, & fixtures such as broken and bare wiring, burned out switches & relays, loose connections & fittings, damaged light fixtures, re-lamping fixtures & poorly operating thermostats. Electrical workers at grade 8 receive work orders, oral instructions, & wiring diagrams that indicate the nature of the repair or installation to be made, the layout and placement of circuitry, fixtures, & controls, & the types of wiring, parts, & equipment installed. They locate broken, worn, damaged, worn, damaged, or poorly operating wiring, fixture, controls, & test lamps, voltage testers, ammeters, & polarity testers. They complete needed repairs to installed systems, & rearrange & hook up item such as outlets, switches, light fixtures, regulators, & circuit breakers. Electrical workers require knowledge of where fixtures, wiring, & controls, such as light switches, circuit breakers, fuses, relays, & outlets, are installed & how they operate. They must have the ability to read & follow wiring diagrams that specify where wiring, fixtures, & controls are installed or are to be hooked up & show the type of wiring, fittings, & equipment installed or to be used. Electrical workers must have the skill needed to remove & replace fixtures and controls, & to make repairs such as tightening connections, using the correct wire nut device, & soldering loose wire leads to contact points. They must also have the skill needed to rearrange old or install new outlets, relays switches, & light fixtures in existing systems, & to test circuits to see if they are complete after making repairs or installations. At this grade, electrical workers must have the skill needed to measure, cut & bend wire and conduit to specified lengths & angles. They must have skill in the use of hand tools & portable power tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, strippers, drills soldering irons, & manual or power conduit benders & threads; & a limited variety of test equipment, for example, meggers, test lamps & ammeters. Electrical worker selects tools, decides on methods and techniques to use, & carry out the work with little check during its progress. They use materials called for in work orders & schematic drawings, or obtain replacement parts by comparison with samples such as switches & wall outlet fixtures. They replace worn or bad switches, relays, & outlets by unscrewing or cutting wiring to connections. They also install or rearrange light fixtures, switches, & outlets by following schematic drawings that provide the exact work specifications, for example, the location where the electrical wiring is to be hooked into the installed system, the type, size, & measurements of wire, conduit, couplings, & fittings to use, & the type & placement of the electrical device to be installed. Routine repair & maintenance duties are accomplished independently; if unusual problems arise, or it installation or repair of unfamiliar or complex industrial electrical systems is assigned, a supervisor or higher grade worker provides advice & checks to see that completed work meets requirements. Work Schedule: Monday Thru Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrical Worker/PD12093O Physical Requirements: Electrical workers at this grade make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and other hard-to-reach places. This requires electrical workers to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Electrical workers frequently lift and carry tools, equipment, and parts that weigh up to 9 kilograms (20 pounds) and, less often, up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds). Occasionally, they lift or move with assistance moderately heavy objects weighing more than 18 kilograms. Working Conditions: The work is performed both inside and outside. Electrical workers are sometimes required to make repairs and installations in bad weather; in work areas that are noisy, dirty, dusty, and greasy; on scaffolding or cranes at heights of 9 meters (30 feet) or more; and in close quarters such as manholes, attics, or aboard ships. There will be times when the incumbent will be on ladders for a long period of time during work hours. They are occasionally exposed to the possibility of injury from falling, electrical shock, burns, and rotary devices such as electrical motors. They are frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises. Requirements Conditions of Employment • You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job • Subject to a background/suitability investigation • Designated and/or random drug testing may be required • May serve a probationary period • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 • A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc. • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: • Electrical Equipment • Technical Practices • Troubleshooting (Electrical) • Without more than normal supervision Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. • Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. 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Documents Accepted: • Cover Letter • DD-214/ Statement of Service • Disability Letter (Schedule A) • Disability Letter (VA) • License • Other (1) • PCS Orders • Performance Appraisal • Professional Certification • Resume • Separation Notice (RIF) • SF-15 • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action • Transcript Documents Required: • Resume Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted. Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position. Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. • How to Apply All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/29/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12720360. 1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. 2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. Agency contact information Derek Norman Phone 562-826-8000 X5488 Email [email protected] Address Long Beach VA Medical Center 5901 East Seventh Street Long Beach, CA 90822 US Next steps After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. 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Please read the following guidance. • Criminal history inquiries • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy • Financial suitability • New employee probationary period • Privacy Act • Reasonable accommodation policy • Selective Service • Signature and false statements • Social security number request Required Documents Documents Accepted: • Cover Letter • DD-214/ Statement of Service • Disability Letter (Schedule A) • Disability Letter (VA) • License • Other (1) • PCS Orders • Performance Appraisal • Professional Certification • Resume • Separation Notice (RIF) • SF-15 • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action • Transcript Documents Required: • Resume Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted. Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position. Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. Help This job is open to • The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.
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