Marine Technician

hillerexternal; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Boot allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Marine Installation Technician at The Hiller Companies, LLC will travel worldwide to install, inspect, maintain, and repair fire protection equipment on marine vessels. This role requires flexibility for travel on short notice and a strong sense of responsibility due to the critical nature of safety systems.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years of mechanical experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• MUST have minimum high school diploma/GED.
• Minimum of 1-2 years if basic mechanical skills.
• MUST have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be able to work full-time hours, with overtime possibilities and some short-notice scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Attend marine vessels worldwide to install, inspect, maintain, and repair fire protection equipment.
• Travel may be required with short notice.
• Assist with hydrostatic testing of hoses and field servicing of systems.
• Support installation, inspection, maintenance, and testing of various fire protection systems and components.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and customer service.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to travel

Good communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Hiller Companies, LLC has an immediate opening for Marine Service Technician.

The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property all around the world. Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Hiller extends its reach globally as well as in domestic markets with offices across the United States. With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standard of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment. Our team remains laser-focused on one goal - making the world a safer place.

Pay Range:

$23.00 - $28.00 / Hourly. The posted salary range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position at the time of posting and is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Actual starting pay will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, education, internal equity, geographic location (where applicable), and market considerations. Not all candidates will be hired at the top of the posted range. The posted range reflects base salary only and does not include any applicable bonuses, commissions, overtime, or the value of employee benefits. Eligible employees may participate in the Company's benefit programs, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of each plan.

Job Summary:

The Marine Installation Technician will attend numerous class marine vessels all around the world to perform installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair to fire protection equipment of all kinds. Due to the nature of marine work on ships, this position requires that travel may be required with very short notice. The Marine Technician holds a high level of responsibility as lives and assets depend on the accuracy and quality of work being performed daily.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to become DOT certified to perform hydro static testing of pressurized cylinders as well as learn the basic inspection criteria for inspecting portable/semi-portable fire extinguishers/cylinders.


• Understand and implement the use of proper Personal Protective Equipment.


• Must understand the purpose, daily use function of Hiller’s Job Safety Analysis Forms.


• Display a comprehensive understanding of Hiller’s expectation to provide excellent customer service/satisfaction.


• Assist Lead Mechanical Technicians with installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire protection systems world-wide daily.


• Perform hydrostatic testing of firehoses.


• Perform inspections of portable/semi-portable fire extinguishers.


• Perform inspections and testing of Water Mist systems.


• Perform inspections and testing of Fire Suppression systems.


• Perform inspections and testing of Galley Hood Water Washdown systems.


• Perform inspections and testing of Fire Detection Systems.


• Display the intention to learn and grow as a valued employee of the company.


• Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• MUST have minimum high school diploma/GED


• Minimum of 1-2 years if basic mechanical skills


• MUST have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record


• Must be able to work full-time hours, with the possibility of unusual schedule hours as needed, along with overtime hours as needed, sometimes on short notice.


• Travel may be needed, including international travel


• Must be able to gain clearance to enter government work sites


• Prior knowledge or the abilityto learn NFPA 10 (Portable Extinguishers).


• Prior knowledge or the ability to learn NFPA 17 (Standards for Dry Chemical Systems).


• Prior knowledge or the ability to learn CFR’s regarding Fire Detection and Suppression Systems.


• Read and understand OEM manuals for the various systems.


• Prior knowledge or the ability to learn SOLAS and USCG regulations for Fire Detection and Suppression Systems.


• Have general knowledge and understanding of the hand tools required for the trade.


• Good/Clear communication skills.


• Eagerness to learn and understand functionality of systems.


• Must be able to travel/work CONUS and OCONUS.


• Obtain NFPA 10, OSHA 10, VSRA and DOT training certification.


• Become certified by system manufacturers.


• Other duties as assigned

Other Qualifications:

• Good mechanical and electrical skills


• High quality communication skills


• Knowledge of basic safety standards with the ability to learn industry standards.


• Self-motivated to learn codes and regulations associated with marine fire protection.


• Effective customer service and communication skills.


• Detail oriented and strong problem-solving skills.


• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.


• Working knowledge of test equipment.


• Strong work ethic and integrity.


• Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and lift equipment.


• Proficient in the use of computer programs such as Word, Excel, & Outlook and the ability to work on tablet/phone-based applications.


• Good time-management skills.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.


• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.


• Comfortable working in various environments, including industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and outdoor settings, which can potentially expose employees to noise, dust, heat stress, thermal stress, low light conditions, heights, etc.


• Capable of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.


• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as needed, which would require use of fall protection equipment and other safety devices


• Capable of using hand and power tools, including specialty tools resulting in cutting, grinding, drilling, fastening and other methods resulting in torque, vibration, noise, etc.

Hiller is a drug-free workplace, an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant.

We are proud to operate according to our Core Values: Put People First, Empower the Branches, Earn Costumer Trust, Embrace the Challenge and Act with Integrity.

Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including:

• Competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education.


• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short term disability, voluntary long term disability, critical illness & accident insurance and paid time off.


• Company-provided training, tools, and equipment, including $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs.


• Career advancement potential within a growing company.

Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive fire protection solutions and peace of mind to our customers, and together, let’s make the world a safer place.