Lead Electronics Technician

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Electronics / Electrical Service Technician

Confidential Marine Technology Company
Location: Gulf Coast / Marine Service Region
On-Call Required (24/7) - guaranteed 40hrs wk

Overview

A leading marine technology and safety systems company is seeking an experienced Electronics/Electrical Service Technician to support installation, troubleshooting, and field service of critical onboard equipment used on commercial vessels, barges, and marine facilities.

This is a hands-on role supporting advanced monitoring, alarm, sensor, and control systems that are essential to safe and compliant marine operations. The ideal candidate is a strong troubleshooter who thrives in field environments, can respond to customer needs on short notice, and enjoys solving technical challenges under real-world conditions.

Position Summary

The Electronics/Electrical Service Technician performs installation, repair, testing, and calibration of marine electronic and electrical systems. This role requires 24/7 on-call availability during rotation, the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in the field, and direct interaction with vessel crews and operations personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Field Service & Support

• Install, maintain, and repair electronic sensors, alarm systems, monitoring equipment, and control electronics used onboard marine vessels.

• Troubleshoot wiring issues, component failures, communication errors, and system-level faults.

• Conduct field service calls for emergency and scheduled maintenance.

• Travel to customer sites including vessels, terminals, and shipyards.

Diagnostics & System Integration

• Perform calibration, testing, and verification of measurement and monitoring systems.

• Use diagnostic tools, meters, and software interfaces to identify root causes and implement solutions.

• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, layouts, and technical documentation.

• Support integration of electronic control modules and data/communication hardware.

Customer Interaction

• Communicate clearly with vessel crews and operations teams to understand issues and deliver solutions.

• Document service reports, parts usage, system readings, and corrective actions.

• Maintain a professional, safety-oriented presence while representing the service team.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all marine and industrial safety protocols while working on vessels and in hazardous environments.

• Ensure all installations meet required standards and specifications.

Required Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting ability with sensors, alarms, wiring, control circuits, or measurement equipment.

• Comfortable working on marine vessels, terminals, or industrial sites.

• Ability to work on-call and travel on short notice.

• Proficient in reading wiring diagrams and schematics.

• Valid driver’s license; able to pass required screenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience servicing electronics or instrumentation in marine environments (barges, tankers, towboats, etc.).

• Background with tank-level measurement systems, alarm panels, or monitoring/control equipment.

• Familiarity with basic networking or communication protocols used in electronic systems.

• Prior field service experience in industrial, marine, or offshore settings.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Exceptional problem-solving ability

• Hands-on and mechanically/electrically inclined

• Self-directed in the field with strong follow-through

• Clear communicator with customer-facing professionalism

• Safety-focused and detail-oriented