Our Direct Client has a new Electronics Technician job. In this Electronic Technician job (Navaids) you will apply a working knowledge of computer and navigation skills to maintain and operate shipboard systems. The Electronic Technician (Navaids) will also be required to interact with shipyard personnel, port engineering staff, and equipment vendors.
Responsibilities
- Maintain ship navigation, assist with shipboard communication, automation control, CCTV and shipboard safety systems
- Must be available for worldwide travel. Sea going experience is beneficial.
- A degree in Electronics Technology / Computer Science, equivalent military training, or 4 years of experience with shipboard electronics is preferred.
- Solid understanding of the technical principles of electronic equipment functional operation and maintenance. - Maintain ship networks and computer systems following established Cyber Security guidelines and perform ISSO duties. - Supervising shipyard work during maintenance periods.
- Able to function in a team setting.
- Able to communicate with team and supervisor effectively.
- Deployment at sea for extended periods up to 2 months at any one time.
- Inventory control of all equipment
- Assist shipboard ET in maintenance of radars, Dynamic Positioning System, and GPS systems.
- Maintain and upgrade all computer and electronic systems under the direction of ET Supervisor
- Additional duties as assigned.
- Reporting Relationships : -Reports to Electronic Technician Supervisor
Qualifications
Minimum of 8 Years of relevant experience preferredExperience Administering computers in network environmentSecurity Certification is preferred and will be required after being hiredGROL certification is preferred and will be required after being hiredTwo-year Associate’s degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent military trainingFive or more years’ experience troubleshooting and maintaining electronic equipmentExperience operating and maintaining shipboard navigation systems is preferredExperience operating and maintaining undersea bathymetry systems is preferredExperience processing bathymetry data using CARIS software tools is preferredMust be able to pass physical exam and lift 50 lbs required for at sea deploymentMust be able to obtain a security clearance from the US Department of Defense.Must be able to read and understand electronic schematicsMust work well in a team environment as well as independent.Understanding of RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication protocols is preferred.Working Conditions : This position is considered OFFSHORE which is characterized as follows.Outdoors and indoors, day and night, as well as over / near water
Frequently working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipmentHumidity is frequently above 90%Noise is over 85 decibelsLight is intense / glarePotential exposure to open fire / flames / sparksConstant exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gasesWork surface is stableHeight is elevatedRequires working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditionsIncludes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortableIncludes exposure to contaminantsRequires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperaturesRequires working in cramped workspaces and getting into awkward positionsRequires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditionsOur Client is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity,Physical Activity / Requirements :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position is considered HEAVY work.OCCASIONAL - Lift 50-100 poundsWork in confined spaces, kneel, jump, run, work while lying on stomach / back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.Identify color differencesWear PPE, eye protection, and steel / safety toed shoes / bootsFREQUENT Lift 25-50 poundsWear PPE for head, hands - Climb stairs / ladders, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, and lift / carry objects.Twist, sit with back supported, head forward / flexed, head tilted / rotatedWork with arms extended below the waist, unsupported, elbows flexed, wrist supported and unsupported.Operate a motor vehicleCONSTANT - Lift 10-20 poundsStanding and walkingWear PPE for body, vision, and hearing protectionIf you are interested in this If you are interested in this Electronics Technician job please apply now to be connected with a member of our team.
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