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Field Service Technician
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What they do
A Field Service Technician services and repairs equipment and machines in a variety of customer locations such as residential, commercial, or industrial settings. Workers in this field can specialize in the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of industrial, hardware, construction or electronic equipment just to name a few. These roles may work in a variety of remote locations and can travel up to multiple locations in a day.
$52,177 / year median in Rhode Island
+22% projected growth
Job Description
- Position Description & Qualifications
- As an Field Service Technician, you will be a member of a team to support the Undersea Warfare (USW) Electromagnetic Systems Department (Code 34) of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) in support of Communication Systems and Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare (EMW) programs.
- In this role, you will:
- + Utilize general test equipment and tools and special purpose equipment to mate/unmate the SubHDR Mast Equipment Group (MEG) from the Antenna Pedestal Group (APG) to perform specific tests of the components of the SubHDR to support over the air (OTA) testing to complete the ready for issue (RFI) process.
- To be successful in this role, you will have:
- + A High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 2 years of experience in related field + An active DoD Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret Security Clearance + The ability to obtain and maintain a CAC (Common Access Card) + The ability to successfully pass a drug/background screening + The ability to successfully pass DOT Physical + Familiarity with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
SESIF SATCOM
Equipment which includesFOT, NMT, TDMA
Interface Processor (TIP), SHF EBEM is preferred + General knowledge of proper use of hand tools + Knowledge of general test equipment, special purpose equipment, mast, and system types to perform troubleshooting, test equipment set up and operation, repair, and configuration management for overall program level support + Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills + The ability to analyze, troubleshoot and repair systems, preferably SATCOM systems, as an individual and in team situations + The ability to assess and respond to situations where standard procedures have failed in isolating or fixing problem equipment + The ability to promptly respond to telephone and email requests for technical support + The ability to travel up to 10% as necessary- Additional desired experience and skills:
- + RF experience preferred + Forklift operation experience + Crane operation experience
- Company Overview
- Serco Inc.
EEOC/OFCCP
compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email. Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice. Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com . Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.- Pay Transparency
- Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
Salary range:
The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role): + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract + 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds + Tuition reimbursement program + Life insurance and disability coverage + Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection + Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits + Employee Assistance Plan To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us . Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com .