Marine Electronics Technician – NOLA - Customer Service

Mackay Communications, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with employer match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Mackay Marine is seeking several experienced Marine Electronics Technicians (MET) to join the New Orleans depot in Harahan, LA. Under limited supervision, METs install, service, and repair marine electronic equipment aboard commercial ships, testing and troubleshooting radios, radars, and related systems.

A strong electronics background and applicable licenses are required. Candidates should have 3+ years in related fields, an associate degree or equivalent training, and be physically capable of

Qualifications

• 3+ years of MSE, MET, ET, or AT experience in commercial shipping and/or Navy/Coast Guard/Marines experience.
• Strong knowledge of electronics theory and application.
• Valid FCC General License with Radar Endorsement and GMDSS Radio Operator Maintainer License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair marine electronic equipment on-board commercial ships.
• Test, adjust, and troubleshoot components, antennas, and software used on equipment.
• Compose a detailed service report after completing assignments.

Skills

Electronics theory

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Marine Electronics Technician - NOLA

Mackay Marine is a global marine electronics service company with more than 500 employees across 70 service depots in twenty-two (22) countries, including the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. For over fifty (50) years Mackay has sold, installed, and serviced navigation and communication equipment onboard commercial and naval ships.

Mackay's sustains its industry-leading position by employing and hiring people who enjoy what they do, investing in ongoing factory training, and by providing all the parts, technical and administrative support needed. Mackay also offers competitive salaries, overtime, and benefits such as paid time off, affordable health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, a 401K with employer match, and a company paid pension plan.

Mackay Marine is currently seeking several experienced Marine Electronics Technicians (MET) with the skills and qualifications outlined below to join our New Orleans depot in Harahan, LA.

Marine Electronics Technician Job Summary

Under limited supervision, Marine Electronics Technicians install, service, and repair marine electronic equipment such as radios, radars, sonars, etc. on-board commercial ships. They test, adjust, and troubleshoot components, and antennas as well as loading, updating, and modifying software. METs utilize their knowledge of electronic theory and circuitry to address a variety of technical problems. They also make intelligent use of complex schematics, blueprints, and manuals to accurately achieve assignments and upon completion, will compose a detailed service report.

Types Of Equipment Serviced

• Radars
• ECDIS
• Satcoms
• HF and VHF Radios
• GPS
• Gyro compasses
• Autopilots
• Sounders
• Sonars

Marine Electronics Technician Requirements

• 3+ years of MSE, MET, ET, or AT experience in commercial shipping and/or acquired in the Navy, Coast Guard, or Marines.
• Associate degree or equivalent technical training and experience.
• Strong knowledge of electronics theory and application.
• Valid FCC General License with Radar Endorsement and GMDSS Radio Operator Maintainer License preferred.
• Be physically fit. Work environment often involves carrying up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders and masts, and exposure to weather.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a thorough background check.