Shipboard Announcing System Maintenance Technician

Job Description Job Description Shipboard Announcing System Maintenance Technician
Responsible for performing all necessary preventive, corrective, and depot level maintenance in support of shipboard Internal Communication Systems. This is a senior leadership position. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in performing general testing and repair, maintenance and installation of audio systems or equipment, preferably as a USCG or Navy IC/ET/OS 1st Class Petty Officer or Chief.
Based primarily on shipboard 1MC, 6MC, 21MC systems, the candidate conducts various audio and alarm tests utilizing specialized test equipment such as Audio Analyzers, Signal generators, Multimeters; testing may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures. Interprets Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) technical publication, manuals, shipboard prints and test procedure in order to test and conduct maintenance of announcing and alarms equipment. Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers manuals or similar documents.
Responsibilities
· Provides technical leadership to maintenance team staff and occasionally onsite during scheduled groom maintenance, corrective maintenance, system installations, and engineering upgrades.
· Supports and guides depot level maintenance activities, ensuring not ready for issue equipment is quickly fixed or sourced to our Depot Level Maintenance vendors for repair.
· Performs logistics (i.e. kitting, packing, documenting, and shipping) activities necessary to prepare for scheduled maintenance evolutions. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
· Comprehension and hands on application of NAVSEA installation standards and Military Specifications for shipboard C5ISC systems installations.
· Comprehension and hands on application of various specialized test equipment.
· Comprehend and execute tasking of moderate to high complexity with little to no supervision.
· Works well within a team environment in the field.
· Possess and able to utilize basic hand tools such as screw drivers, wrenches, tie-wrap guns, connector crimpers, wire strippers, side cutters, and electrical scissors among others.
· Interpret technical drawings, manuals, and publications in order to execute a specific task.
· Capable of troubleshooting systems of high complexity in order to resolve operational issues.
· Working knowledge of connector fabrication, soldering, cableway, or telecommunications training such as BICSI, 3M, IPC. (NAVSEA Connector and Cableway Management Instruction is a plus)
· Quickly adapt and understand new system operations and maintenance procedures, installations, and upgrades through independent study, research, and comprehension.
· Travel to/from job sites as required by the Customer requirements.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
· Experience performing repair, maintenance, and installation of audio amplifiers, wiring and speakers. A former USCG and/or USN shipboard Interior Communications (IC) systems technician is desired. A fun but solid leader of team members is key to success with us.
· Demonstrated strong skills in Microsoft Office applications.
· Must have and be able to apply for and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance and travel to all states and Territories of the United States and OCONUS. Valid driver’s license is necessary to rent vehicles while on travel.
· Ability to lead a team or teams is a plus.
A generous salary is offered, commensurate with skills. Unique Health and Welfare Benefits and a 401K plan are available. Work is based in Norfolk, VA.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road
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