Find Navigational Systems Senior Technician (Electrical and Electron Sys Spec 3) Job in Kitsap County , Other, WA, Western Australia | Snaprecruit

Full-time

Kitsap County , Other, WA Western Australia United States

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Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Washington State Ferry (WSF) system is an essential part of Washington's transportation network with more than 1,800 employees working together to safely and efficiently carry nearly 24 million passengers a year! There are over 400 sailings each day on 9 ferry routes across Puget Sound and through the San Juan Islands, including an international route to Sidney, British Columbia.

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Navigation Systems Senior Technician to repair and maintain vital navigational systems including radar, transmitting heading devices, Automatic Indentation Systems (AIS), meteorological sensors, navigation data distribution networks, and voyage data recorders. These systems are vital for the safe operations of WSF vessels and maintain compliance with statutory requirements related to vessel operations.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you/the Navigation Systems Senior Technician will:

• Identify work to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot shipboard navigation systems.
• Respond to reports of failure or malfunction in the WSF system on a 24-hour emergency call-out basis.
• Troubleshoot, test, diagnose, install, maintain, calibrate, repair, and modify various navigation systems.
• Perform electrical and electronic work pertaining to WSDOT to the codes and standards.
• Assist in the predictive/preventative maintenance.
• Executing preventative maintenance activities.
• Schedule routine and preventative maintenance.

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• Five (5) years of professional work experience in the installation, testing, and repairing systems in the electrical/electronic field.
• FCC Element 1, 3, 8, licenses or the ability to obtain these certifications within days of employment.
• Hold a valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) and First Aid/AED/CPR certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Valid unrestricted Washington State Drivers License.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Current holder for FCC Element 1, 3, 8, licenses.
• Current holder of FCC Element 9 license.
• Professional work experience with installing, testing, and repairing shipboard electronic navigation systems.
• Current ABYC Certification.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• Respiratory questionnaire as required by the regulatory authority, and annual fit test, which includes the requirement to obtain a skin-to-rubber seal.
• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go toDOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• Application review will begin on February 14, 2024. Candidate selection may take place at any time thereafter. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.

• Work-Life Balance We are committed to ensuring that our staff experiences the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
• Paid Leave In addition to 11 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum of 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• PlanFor Your Future WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go toState Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more:Why WSDOT?

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format maycontact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visitwww.uscis.gov

Contact us
For inquiries aboutthis posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Renee Mason, at MasonR@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference24DOT-WSF-90977 in the subject line.