Job Description

RIX Industries is a technology-focused company specializing in the design, development and manufacturing of gas generation systems, precision compressor solutions, and cryogenic cooling technologies for critical applications in Marine, Aerospace, Land, Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical Infrastructure markets. Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, CA, and operates additional facilities in Sparks, NV.

Position Summary

The Field Service Technician is primarily responsible for the offsite maintenance and repair of RIX products. The Field Service Technician will be required to travel both domestic and International for undefined periods of time. Will perform in-house assembly work when not on a service job.

Responsibilities

• Represent RIX Industries and act as a liaison between RIX Industries' customers and end users.
• Provides quality, on time repair of compressors, generators, and associated parts and equipment.
• Maintains, repairs, and overauls customer's compressors or components as required to meet customer needs, whether in-house or in the field.
• Promotes and upholds all safety requirements at all times.
• Participates in all required company training and administrative requirements on time.
• Notifies supervisor of adequate levels of supplies and tools for completion of assigned production.
• Demponstrates effective communication within the department, company, and customers.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in the best interest of the company.
• All Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree from technical school or equivalent combination of education and work experience. One-year experience as a mechanical assembler or mechanic in any related field.
• 3 years of experience as a mechanical assembler or mechanic in any rotating equipment related field.
• Valid Driver License.
• Ability to read and understand structural drawing, schematics, and operating manuals. Excellent communication skills required for customer interface and reporting. Must be competent in all aspects of troubleshooting and repair of RIX Industries 5R5, Star and other models of Compressors and LaBarge Controllers.
• Must have troubleshooting skills that seldom require assistance
• Ability to perform calculations such as percentages, ratios, and fractions.
• Basic computer skills and ability to adapt to a variety of software applications.
• Ability to understand the use and application of air and gas compressors and generators and basic manufacturing tooling and equipment.
• Excellent technical writing, oral communication, and inter-personal professional skills.
• Ability to travel based on company needs.
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or qualified U.S. Person in accordance with ALU 22CFR 120.15. May require the ability to obtain DOD security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advance course work in any Mechanical assembly discipline. Specific experience in the manufacturing of air and gas compressors and generators.

Physical Requirements

1. This position is regularly exposed to the following conditions:
   • Manufacturing, warehouse and office environmet.
   • While working near moving equipment, mechanical parts and lift trucks; must have the ability to follow safe operating procedures.
   • May be exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals.
2. Must have the following physical abilities:
   • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, reach, and lift.
   • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
   • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at a desk or table as well as machine tools or printers.

Work Environment

Production

Equal Opportunity

RIX Industries is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with RIX Industries, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

Acknowledgement:

Job Description

Specific responsibilities include:

• Implement, administer, and ensure compliance with Company Safety Program and government-accepted Accident Prevention Plans onsite while work is being performed.
• Serve as a technical leader in the realm of workplace safety, in support of leadership and all employees.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with company, federal, state, and local safety standards.
• Develop, administer, implement, and maintain safety programs and policies.
• Coordinate accident prevention initiatives.
• Shape a positive and proactive safety culture.
• Follow up on job schedules, delays on published schedules, approved delays, executed contract delays, and change order approval delays.
• Participate in on-site coordination and construction meetings.
• Act as point of contact for coordination, ensuring coordination and construction meetings are held weekly and that personnel are prepared.
• Maintain awareness of project progress through communication with all parties.

• 5+ years of experience preparing and enforcing safety programs on contracts of moderate scope and complexity (up to $2M).
  • 3+ years of experience will be considered if you are a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or have a Bachelor’s degree within an EHS discipline.
• Completion of the OSHA 30-hour construction safety class (or equivalent).
• At least 3+ years of experience preparing and enforcing Quality Management System programs on projects up to $2M in scope.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Job Description

Marine Electrician II

Location: San Diego, CA

Department/Business Unit: Fleet Services Group - East

EEOC Job Category: Craft Workers

Job Category: N/A

Keywords: Marine Electrician II

Type: Full-Time/Regular

Job Description:

Company Overview:

Continental Tide Defense Systems Inc. (Continental Tide) is headquartered in Reading, PA with additional locations in Philadelphia; San Diego, CA; Bremerton, WA and Norfolk, VA. We specialize in providing engineering and industrial services to the US Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other Department of Defense Organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we're looking for "the best at what they do" to join our team and help us grow in new ways. Strong attention to detail is essential as you will be fully engaged from the first day. We are always looking for top-talent and we look forward to new-thinkers and team-players joining our company! We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.

Continental Tide is searching for skilled Marine Electricians II for our Fleet Services in Norfolk, VA. The successful candidate will join our Fleet Services Group performing various ship repairs, modernization and Alteration Installation Team (AIT) projects.

Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Inspecting, repairing, installing, modifying, and maintaining electrical/electronic systems, circuits and equipment.
• Setting up, checking, and correcting operational and experimental electrical machinery, circuitry, and equipment while adhering to pre-established guidelines and engineering specifications.
• Performing component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose the problem and provide most cost-effective recommendation for completing repairs.
• Perform and/or verify mechanical alignments.
• Perform on-site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs and system configuration validation.
• Inspects and tests electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices.
• Assemble multi-pin connectors and fiber optic connections.
• Utilize standard concepts, practices, and procedures in industry and NAVSEA Standard items
• Repair and replace cables and connectors.
• Participating in the installation, maintenance of Combat Systems, PLCs, AC and DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, lighting and alarm circuits.

Experience and Skills:

Requirements include:

• Will read, interpret, and understand simple schematics and blueprints.
• Repair and replace cables and connectors.
• Work involves participating in the installation and maintenance of AC and DC generators, switchboards, distribution panels, lighting, and alarm circuits.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install electronic and electronic equipment and cables.
• Applicant must be familiar with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance and must be able to obtain DBIDS and be able to access local shipyards and US Navy bases.
• Must possess basic hand tools.
• Candidate must be able to walk, stand for long periods of time, sit, bend, stretch, reach, squat and twist
• Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs.
• Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.
• Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
• May ride ships at sea for extended periods.
• May require wearing a respirator.
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

Preferred qualifications:

• Must be Cableway Certified*
• Certified in "Multi-pin" Connectors IAW MIL-STD-20035A (SA)*
• Certified in Fiber Optic: CFOS/O, CFOS/C, CFOS/S, CFOS/T, CFOS/FC*
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), fiber optics and integrated network system experience are preferred*
• Minimum of 7 years' experience as a marine electrician with 3 or more years of previous supervisory responsibilities
• Experience with maintaining budgets and material Responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical and electro-mechanical systems of ferries, dredges, and military vessels

• Must be familiar with NAVSEA Standard Item requirements
• Currently certified to accomplish wire way inspections in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Items
• Microsoft Office knowledge is a plus
• Identify and make recommendation to shop superintendent regarding problem areas in contract work items
• Overhaul A.C. & D.C systems. Power generation, distribution and users
• Laying out of wire ways
• Pulling and splicing wires
• Circuit Labeling
• Installation and hook up of lighting fixtures
• Circuit testing and troubleshooting
• Writing simple purchase requisitions for purchase department
• Instructing helpers, apprentices, or less skillful electricians.
• Take and record motor and generator thrust, clearance, and alignment measures
• Ability to identify materials and parts required for job performance
• Selection of substitute electrical components
• Ability to foresee problems, write reports and give suggestions for solving those issues

Additional Information:

Job Level: Mid Career (2+ years)

Years of Experience: More than 5 Years

Salary: 22.28 to 32.64

Apply Type*: Resume

Budgeted Position*: Yes

FLSA Status*: Non Exempt

Job Code*: ELEC 2

Addition or Replacement*: Addition

Job Level: Advanced

Job Type: Full-Time/Regular

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Clearance Type: Secret

Number of Openings: 10

Level of Education: High School/GED

Starting Date: ASAP

Job Description

Marine Electrician III

Location: San Diego, CA