TECHNICIAN'S APPRENTICE

POSITION TITLE: Technician's Apprentice

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The Technician’s Apprentice will work under a Lead Technician to learn and assist in the maintenance, repair, and operation of complex underwater search and recovery systems and subsystems. This person will work in a team environment under supervision. This position is located in Largo, MD and reports directly to the Lead Technician.

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt (hourly)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Assists in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting complex search (Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)), towed systems, and recovery (Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV)) systems.

- Assists in maintaining, repairing, and refurbishing deck machinery.

- Understands and complies with Phoenix safety procedures.

- Complies with established Phoenix QMS processes and procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

- High mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to safely follow instructions in an industrial setting.

- Knowledge of general hand tools.

- Willingness and enthusiasm to learn and assist other Technicians.

- Familiarity with electronic test equipment such as multimeters, current meters, external power supplies and/or hydraulic test equipment such as flowmeters and pressure gauges is preferred.

- Familiarity with welding and/or machining is preferred.

- Computer competence in Windows environment.

- Team player with attention to detail and good organizational skills.

- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background check, as required.

Equal opportunity employer to all protected groups including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities