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Mackay Marine

Marine Electronics Technician

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An Electronics Technician helps engineers design and develop electrical and electronic equipment. Assists with diagrams and specifications for design, construction of product prototypes, testing and calibration, technical problem solving, equipment repair and maintenance while ensuring regulatory safety standards are met.

$73,506 / year median in Texas

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

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 skilled Marine Electronics Technicians (METs) with the skills and qualifications outlined below to join our Deer Park, TX team.
Marine Electronics Technicians Job Summary :
Under limited supervision, Marine Electronics Technicians (METs) install, service, and repair marine electronic equipment such has radars, radios, sonars, autopilots, sonars, etc. on-board commercial ships. To 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 and make intelligent use of complex schematics, blueprints, and manuals to accurately achieve assignments. Upon completion of the service work, METs will compose a detailed service report.
Types of equipment serviced:
Radars ECDIS Satcoms HF and VHF Radios GPS Gyro compasses Autopilots Sounders Sonars Marine Service Engineer Requirements 3+ years of 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.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$28.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Marine Electronics:
3 years (Required)
Language:
English (Required)
License/Certification:
FCC with Radar Endorsement (Preferred) GMDSS with Radar Endorsement (Preferred)
Location:
Deer Park, TX 77536 (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person