Job Description

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 Technician 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 or regular time. Candidate must be willing to work overtime and on weekends when necessary.
• Base hourly wage is between $40.00 and $50.00, commensurate with the technician’s experience and capabilities.
• Overtime work is required and is paid at 1.5x base hourly wage.
• The Company will pay an annual healthcare stipend intended to be used to obtain health insurance or to cover out-of-pocket healthcare costs. 
• Eligible to receive a performance-based annual bonus.
• You will also be entitled to a three-week vacation.

Employment location(s):

• Candidate will be based in New York/New Jersey but will be required to travel across various ports along the Northeast coast to attend client vessels.

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