Field Installation Technician

Primary Responsibilities:

• Installs and commissions Mid-Energy Portals (MEP) and Low Energy Portals (LEP), IP6500 Vehicle and Cargo Inspection Systems (VACIS) and Exploranium, Radiation Portal Monitor (RPM) systems.
• Traveling to customer sites to perform installation, troubleshooting and repair of complex equipment and systems.
• Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer locations.
• Support Engineering activities during Factory Acceptance testing.
• Support Manufacturing activities when not on travel.
• Ensures that tools and test equipment are properly maintained and calibrated.
• Supporting Customers during Site Acceptance Testing.
• Executing all task assigned by the team leader or manager diligently and on schedule.
• Working with team members to achieve success during installations of equipment and systems.
• Isolating equipment start-up malfunctions and taking corrective action.
• Performing ad-hoc and predetermined work assignments with instructions.
• May be called upon to work on equipment that has little or no documentation or training.
• Following all established guidelines, procedures, and policies.
• Assesses product/equipment performance based on experience and support data; recommends modifications or improvements to equipment, documentation, and operating processes.
• Travel, overtime and work hours other than Monday-Friday may be required.
• Willing to work on challenging international projects for short durations.
• Work well with peers from various backgrounds to build effective work relationships.

Basic Qualifications:

• Current U.S. Citizen with valid U.S. Passport in hand by hire date.
• HS degree or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience in field or installation service environments
• Must pass criminal background check, drug test and extensive credit check
• Physically able to get in narrow spaces, climb ladders / stairs, and carry 50 lbs. without assistance. Job requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, and working in unusual positions requiring full body mobility.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License with Real ID.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Related Trade experience (electrical, mechanical)/ Military Training in electrical/electronic and mechanical systems. (Equivalence achieved through comparative work and life experience of 2 years of electrical or mechanical field service experience).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience directly involved in troubleshooting and repair of Field electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
• Prior knowledge of X-ray equipment and systems a plus.
• Individuals shall possess excellent communications skills and have a strong orientation for teamwork. Must be willing and able to travel on short notice.
• Must be able to work safely and follow safety precautions in extreme environments (temperature, humidity, noise, confined spaces, etc.) around dangerous industrial equipment.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• 75% Travel required.
• Network installation and configuration is a plus
• PLC experience is a plus
• Previous field electrical assembly experience
• Software integration with electric/mechanical equipment.

Work Environment:

• Work environment is typically considered to be off-site, wherever the customer of concern is located. Installation will typically be rendered at Ports of Entry (Land Border Crossings or Maritime Ports) or other locations as required.
• Typical travel requirement is up to 70%.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temp-to-hire

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35