Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailThe OpportunityThe Field Support Technician is part of Great Lakes Plant and Equipment Department reporting to the Electrical Systems Manager. This position requires nearly 100 travel mostly USA occasionally abroad. All travel is paid in full by Great Lakes Dredge & Dock.About the CompanyGreat Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating production and project management functions. In its over 135-year history the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Companys Incident-and Injury-Free IIF safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Companys culture. The Companys commitment to the IIF culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.Responsibilities Travels to dredge locations around the USA and globally to work on assignments as assigned by the Electrical Systems Manager.Troubleshoots malfunctions on electrical systems such as switchboards generators automation systems and drive systems.Performs preventive maintenance checks and calibrations using manufacturers manuals and electronic testing equipment.Works with production engineers to assure proper instrument data transfer and collection.Install new systems and controls including power wiring. Systems include PLCs switchboards drive systems computers and Ethernet communications.Train crew on electrical subjects such as safety maintenance or operation.Performs on-call work during off-hours as necessary.Follows safe and compliant working procedures.Requirements5 years of experience in a similar function. Experience with troubleshooting is preferred.Electrical certification and training. May include technical school or military certifications.Experience in the marine industry preferred.Must be proficient reading blueprints of electronic schematics and process & instrumentation diagrams.Experience with installing & maintaining of electrical systems.Ability to take the initiative work independently make decisions and develop recommendations.Ability to build strong working relationships both internally and externallyBenefitsCompetitive salary and bonus program.401k program that includes 100 company matching of the first 6 of employee contributions with immediate vesting.Annual profit-sharing contributions by the company to participants 401k accounts based on companys annual performance.Medical Dental Prescription Life and Disability insurance plans.Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race color religious creed sex including pregnancy childbirth breast-feeding and related medical conditions sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin or ancestry age mental or physical disability including medical condition military or veteran status political preference marital status citizenship genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.GLDD participates in E-Verify as required by lawExplore transportation and logistics industry job opportunities from Hawaii to Alaska
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