Shipboard Electrical & Mechanical Tech in Norfolk

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Marine Systems Technician (Shipboard Mechanic/Electrician)

Location: Hampton Roads, VA
Industry: Shipyard / Marine Maintenance

About the Role

We’re seeking skilled Marine Systems Technicians to join our team supporting shipboard repairs and maintenance at the waterfront. This position is ideal for mechanically inclined professionals who also have electrical experience and enjoy hands-on work in an active shipyard environment.

You’ll be responsible for performing a variety of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repairs on ships and marine vessels — both in dry dock and aboard ships.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, troubleshooting, and repair of shipboard mechanical and electrical systems
• Maintain and repair pumps, valves, motors, generators, and control systems
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Conduct equipment testing to ensure systems are fully operational
• Work safely in confined spaces and shipboard environments
• Collaborate with engineers, welders, and other trades to complete repairs on schedule

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of shipyard or marine maintenance experience
• Strong background in mechanical systems and basic electrical troubleshooting
• Ability to use hand tools, meters, and diagnostic equipment safely and effectively
• Familiarity with NAVSEA standards and ship repair procedures
• Must be able to work onboard vessels and in various weather conditions
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen

Skills

• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and propulsion systems
• Experience working on naval or commercial ships
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Company DescriptionSince 1992, Tidewater Staffing, Inc. (TSI) has been providing unrivaled workforce solutions for our clients in the ship repair, warehousing, and light industrial/manufacturing industries. Through the years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to solving staffing challenges efficiently, economically, and with integrity by embodying our mission statement: “Put people to work. Do the right thing every day.”Company DescriptionSince 1992, Tidewater Staffing, Inc. (TSI) has been providing unrivaled workforce solutions for our clients in the ship repair, warehousing, and light industrial/manufacturing industries. Through the years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to solving staffing challenges efficiently, economically, and with integrity by embodying our mission statement: “Put people to work. Do the right thing every day.”

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