Build a Career with Unite Contracting

Unite Contracting is hiring a Shipyard Electrician based in Tampa, Florida for full-time, year-round work. This is a permanent W2 position—not offshore, not seasonal. You’ll perform marine electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and motor control work on tugboats, push boats, and crew boats at ports across the Tampa region.

Local travel only — no per diem
Overtime available for after-hours service calls
Company truck and gas card provided

Compensation & Benefits

• $35.00–$40.00 per hour (depending on experience)
• Company vehicle + gas card
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Referral program
• Year-round job security
• We are an inclusive employer and welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions

What You’ll Do

• Perform electrical service calls, repairs, and maintenance on marine vessels (tugboats, push boats, crew boats)
• Install and maintain switchboards, controllers, motors, circuit breakers, alarms, and lighting systems
• Run cable, mount electrical equipment, and perform terminations and hook-ups
• Troubleshoot electrical systems using meters and diagnostic tools (voltmeters, ohmmeters, phase rotation indicators, etc.)
• Conduct insulation resistance tests on electrical cables and recommend repairs or replacements
• Maintain an inventory of electrical parts and assist with requisitions
• Support installation or modification of marine electrical systems (no shore-based or offshore work)

Requirements

• 5–7 years of marine electrical experience (required)
• Proficiency with motor controls, power distribution, cable installation, and terminations
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical documentation
• Valid driver’s license; willing to travel locally to multiple ports in the Tampa area
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and professionalism

Schedule

• Full-time | 40–60 hours per week
• Day shift | Monday–Friday
• 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts depending on workload
• Overtime available for emergency or after-hours service calls

Apply Today

If you're a skilled Marine Electrician looking for steady work, competitive pay, and a supportive team environment, Unite Contracting wants to hear from you. Apply now to join a growing company that values your expertise and offers the tools to help you succeed.