Marine Field Service Electronics Technician

Job duties and responsibilities:

• Install, repair, and maintain navigation, communication, and marine automation equipment on vessels.
• Troubleshoot and service PLC-based systems, sensors, alarms, engine monitoring, and other automation-related systems.
• Load and update manufacturers’ software, back up computers, and retrieve data from onboard systems.
• Use knowledge of electronic theory, marine systems, and control circuitry to resolve complex technical problems.
• Inspect, adjust, align, replace, or repair electronic and automation equipment, assemblies, and components using equipment manuals, schematics, soldering tools, hand/power tools, and electronic test instruments.
• Accurately complete company service reports and related documentation.
• Work independently under limited supervision, managing time and priorities efficiently while onboard vessels.

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 Canadian Coast Guard or the Canadian 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). Working knowledge of the French language is a plus.
• Hold valid passport and driver’s license.
• Authorized to work in Canada.
• 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.
• Annual base salary range is between $65,000 and 75,000 CAD, commensurate with technician’s experience and capabilities.
• Overtime work is required and is paid at 1.5x base hourly wage.
• Alliance Nav will assume legal and administrative costs relating to immigration application for successful candidates and their families.
• Following three months of service, you will be entitled to Group Health, Life, and Disability Insurance in accordance with Company policy. This plan is optional and is paid at 70% by the company and 30% by the employee.
• You will also be entitled to a three-week vacation.

Employment location(s):

• Candidate will be based in St. Catharines, Ontario but will be required to travel across various ports along the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway to attend client vessels.

Wünschenswerte Fähigkeiten

• Ethernet
• RADARs

• Canada

Berufserfahrung

• Hardware
• Electronics Engineering

Sprachkenntnisse

• English