What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gateway Technician position at Globalstar Inc. Updated?
Who we are:
Globalstar pioneered personal safety by introducing its SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger in 2007. Today, leveraging its low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, Globalstar reliably connects and protects assets, transmits key operational data, and saves lives – from any location – for consumers, industrial companies and government agencies in over 120 countries. With a portfolio that includes SPOT GPS messengers, next-generation IoT products and modems, and cloud-based telematics solutions, Globalstar’s cost effective satellite-powered innovations give users visibility and intelligence for improving safety and operational efficiencies.
What we offer:
- Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Financial Benefits: 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Voluntary and Company Paid Group Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Medical FSA, Dependent Care, Competitive Salaries
- Health & Wellness: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Comprehensive and Interactive Wellness Program
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Maintain and monitor facility elements including power systems, HVAC, fire suppression
- Maintain and monitor Gateway RF sub-system ensuring system uptime and resources are being properly monitored and maintained
- Manage and maintain strong vendor and technical personnel relationships
- Maintain detailed knowledge of the elements of the Gateway Systems and Components and manage the documentation process
- Optimize the facility for cost and performance
- Develop internal/external alliances and partnerships to support the systems operations
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Logical troubleshooting skills
- Willingness to learn new technologies is a requirement
- Telecommunications and/or computer networking skills would be an asset
- Proven time management and project management skills with ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent writing skills
Education and Experience:
- Familiarity with IP networks and their associated interfaces such as routers, switches and hubs is preferred
- Strong understanding and hands-on experience in an operational environment supporting electrical and mechanical facility sub-systems
- Facility maintenance experience in an operations environment is an asset
- Electrical or mechanical engineering technician, technologist or equivalent is an asset
- Experience in installing or maintaining satellite or microwave equipment would be an asset
Physical Requirements:
- Willingness and ability to travel
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times
Marginal Functions:
A review of this job posting may have omitted some of the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the job duties and responsibilities. This job posting, in no way, states or implies that these are the only duties and/or responsibilities to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee in this position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.
