Job duties and responsibilities:
- Install, repair and maintain marine navigation and communication equipment onboard commercial vessels.
- Types of marine equipment serviced include (but are not limited to) Radars, ECDIS, VDRs, Satcoms, HF and VHF Radios, GPS, Gyrocompasses, Autopilots and Sounders.
- Use knowledge of electronic theory and circuitry to address a variety of technical problems.
- Load and update of manufacturer’s software, backup computers, data retrieval.
- Inspect, adjust, align, replace and repair electronic equipment, assemblies, and components following equipment manuals and schematics, using soldering tools, hand and power tools as well as electronic test instruments.
- Support the equipment sales process by identifying prospective customers, generating leads and converting them to sales.
- Regularly contact new and existing customers to discuss their marine NavComm needs.
- Using the Company’s mobile Field Service mobile application, accurately and in a timely manner fill out service reports and provide all necessary related information (time, expenses, installation materials list, receipts, pictures, etc.).
- Work under limited supervision.
Requirements:
- Completion of a two- or three-year college program in electrical or electronics engineering technology, computer engineering technology, or an equivalent. Possession of higher education is a plus.
- Must have 24-36 months of experience working as a Maritime Field Service Engineer either in the commercial industry, fishing industry, the USCG or the Navy.
- Computer networking knowledge (Ethernet, serial communications protocols).
- Knowledge of marine navigation equipment including but not limited to radars, gyrocompasses, autopilots, ECDIS, GMDSS, etc.
- Strong knowledge of electronics theory and application.
- Basic AC/DC electrical theory.
- Ability to use DVM, oscilloscope, and other test equipment.
- Interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be physically fit. Work environment often requires lifting equipment weighing up to 50lbs, climbing ladders and masts, working at heights and being exposed to unpredictable weather conditions.
- Fluent in English (spoken & written).
- Hold valid passport and driver’s license.
- Authorized to work in the US.
- Dependable and willing to work a flexible schedule including overtime.
- Some travel required to job locations and training courses.
Employment conditions :
- Full time position based on 37.5hrs per week of regular time. Candidate must be willing to work overtime and on weekends when necessary.
- Base hourly wage is between $40.00 and $50.00 per hour, commensurate with the technician’s experience and capabilities.
- Overtime work is required and is paid at 1.5x base hourly wage.
- The technician will also be eligible for a annual performance-based bonus.
- The Company will pay an annual healthcare stipend
intended to be used to obtain health insurance or to cover out-of-pocket healthcare costs.
- You will also be entitled to a three-week vacation.
Employment location(s):
- Candidate will be based in Houston but will be required to travel across various ports along the Gulf to attend client vessels.
