Installer-Marine Service Technician – Digby NS

Mackay is currently seeking an Installer/Marine Service Technician with experience and requirements listed below to join our Digby NS team.

In addition to competitive salaries and overtime, we offer the following benefits:

• OJT and Factory Training
• Extended health care, dental, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance paid by the employer for the employee and his/her eligible dependents.
• Employer paid Short Term Disability benefits and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, etc.)
• Employer match of up to 6% on employees DCPP contribution.

INSTALLER/MARINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN JOB SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, the Installer/Marine Service Technician will install, service, and repair marine electronic equipment onboard commercial fishing, shipping, and naval ships while in port. Technicians test, adjust, and troubleshoot components, PCBs, sub-assemblies, and antennas as well as to load, update, and modify software. Installer/Marine Service Technicians utilize their knowledge of electronic theory and circuitry to address a variety of technical problems. They also perform new equipment installations and must have good organizational & planning skills.

Types of equipment serviced:

• Radars
• Satellite Communications
• HF and VHF Radios & Antenna Systems
• GPS & Satellite Navigation Systems
• Autopilots
• Echo Sounders
• Computer Hardware & Software

INSTALLER/MARINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN REQUIREMENTS

• Two of equivalent training and experience and/or two years of college in a relevant field.
• Possess good knowledge of electronics, DC & AC Power, theory, and application.
• Must possess a good understanding of computers, software, & networking.
• Must successfully pass a basic electronics test administered by Employer.
• Be physically fit. Work environment often involves carrying up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders and masts, and exposure to weather.
• Must have good working knowledge of Hand Tools, Small Power tools.
• Must be proficient in English (speak, read, and write).
• Overtime work and travel will be required at certain times due to the location of the job and for training courses.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• 2+ Years experience as an Installer, Marine Service Technician or Marine Electronics Technician preferred.
• A valid Radio GOC License would be an asset.

Mackay is an equal employment opportunity employer, a veterans-friendly organization, and veterans with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and pass a thorough background check.