Kongsberg Maritime, a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global marine technology company, providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore, subsea and naval. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 34 countries. Kongsberg Maritime is a market leader in systems for positioning, surveying, navigation and automation. Important markets include countries with significant offshore and shipyard industries. We are determined to provide our customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation at sea.

At KONGSBERG, we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme conditions. We do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers.

WORLD CLASS – through people, technology and dedication

What we can offer you:

• $20 - $25 an hour depending on experience
• Highly subsidized health & welfare benefits with an option of a zero-dollar high deductible plan which includes an employer contribution towards your health savings account
• Fully subsidized dental and vision coverage
• Up to 5% employer match program
• Flexibility with Paid Time Off
• Career growth opportunities
• Safe and collaborative culture

The Workshop Technician is responsible for supporting both in-workshop and on-site repair and overhaul service operations on a variety of Marine equipment. Under the on-site supervision and technical guidance of a senior supervisor, is responsible for handling more routine maintenance issues, usually restricted to basic tasks on reasonably straightforward equipment on a more limited range of company products.

Key Accountabilities

The following activities are to be carried out under supervision:

• Work as part of a team to repair or overhaul marine equipment and systems to meet specification and tolerances, with particular focus on engine cylinder head repair
• Verify dimensions and clearances to ensure conforming to specification
• Conduct tests and inspections to QA/QC standards
• Read schematics, diagrams and technical order to determine methods and sequences of assembly
• Inspect, analyze, record calibration results and produce Service and Technical Reports
• Report progress and issues to the nearest supervisor
• Ensure that all work is done in accordance with applicable legal and Company procedures and instructions, including Health & Safety policies
• Undertake product training as required
• Support Workshop Lead in all workshop activities

Key Experiences and Qualification Requirements

• Technical competence - may still be undertaking further education and internal training
• Some understanding and knowledge of a range of products, systems, their functionality and applications, gained through previous technical experience
• Verbal communication and written reporting skills in English language
• Basic IT skills
• Technical orientation, good interpersonal skills and a strong willingness to learn
• Knowledge of the relevant machining / tooling techniques, application and procedures
• Able to work extended hours when required
• Required to be available for Service Support on a 24-hour basis, including weekends and holidays
• Responsible for maintaining personal transportation sufficient for Service Support duties
• May be required to lift weights up to 75 pounds
• May be required to use a mobile cell phone on a regular basis

Role Specific Dimensions

• This role is often seen as a development role, gaining experience by working under the direction and supervision of a Senior Engineer
• Exposure to a range of products should enable the incumbent to gain the knowledge and skills required to become a Service Engineer, in particular those associated with customer / relationship management and working independently to solve problems
• Technical learning should take place through both formal and on-the-job training
• The role will provide exposure to both internal and external customers