Installation Technician

The Installation Technician coordinates with foreign nationals, including mentoring personnel assigned to the back-deck operations.

• Select cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves according to weight and size of load to be moved.

• Coordinate and direct the foreign workers and the movement of equipment to accomplish the task.

• Set up and inspect equipment, performing repairs as needed.

• Lube and maintain the drum and cables, making adjustments if needed.

• Oversee the rigging to lift and move equipment/materials in worksite.

• Set up and brace hoisting equipment using hand tools or power wrenches.

• Use machinery to move construction materials, earth, petroleum products, or other heavy materials.

• The ability to coordinate with Deck Foreman and Vessel Superintendents as well as Clients for all back-deck operations.

REQUIRED

• Three (3) years’ experience in rigging for ships and shipyards, manufacturing plants and construction projects is required.

• The ability to train and assist foreign nationals in all aspects of back deck operations

• Proper rigging and forklift certifications.

DESIRED

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

• Valid Passport, MMC, and TWIC.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving. 

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. 

• Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.

• Treats others fairly and with respect.

• Knowledge of department's policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles and values, etc.

• Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.

• Seeks out new learning experiences.

• Identifies what needs to be done and takes action before being asked or required.

Working Conditions 

• Outdoors and indoors, day and night, as well as over/near water. 
• Requires working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment. 
• Frequently the humidity is above 90%, noise is over 85 decibels and the light is intense/glare. 
• Potential exposure to open fire/flames/sparks. 
• Constant exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases. 
• Work surface is stable, height is elevated.

Benefits Statement 

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.