Electronics Maintenance Technician / Technical Trainer

Nasittuq Corporation•North Bay, ON

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Nasittuq Corporation operates and maintains the North Warning System (NWS), a critical Canada-US radar network. The NWS provides continuous aerospace surveillance. The Electronics Maintenance Technician (EMT) / Trainer is responsible for providing technical support and training on Communications & Electronics systems. This position is covered under the provision of the collective agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (I.B.E.W.) Local 2228.

Requirements

Completion of postsecondary program focusing on electronics, electro-mechanical technology, electrical engineering technology, electrical technologist or related discipline or CF military equivalent.
Standard First Aid trained with CPR Level A (with valid certificate) or be eligible to obtain one.
A valid class ‘G’ driver’s license, or provincial/territorial equivalent.
Must already hold a Level II (Secret) Clearance or be eligible to obtain one.
A minimum of five years of experience on the job training working with telecommunications/electronic systems.
Strong knowledge of telecommunications, RF, satellite, and IP network systems, with ability to read and interpret related drawings and manuals.
Proficiency in the use of commercial test equipment and tools used in troubleshooting and repair of electronic systems.
Proven communication, analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work efficiently and independently.
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Maximo.
Customer service and detail oriented.
Excellent written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

Assists in the maintenance of North Warning System (NWS) Communications & Electronics systems, including data/voice communications, multiplexers, satellite/Radio Frequency (RF) communications, AN/FPS-124 Radar, AN/FPS-117 Radar, router-based IP networks, helicopter monitor, and SCADA systems.
Provides technical support to Electronics Maintenance Technicians, NWSCC Crew Technicians and LCMM/Engineers.
Documents and maintains files related to the work management system, work plans, field/incident reports, and data analysis.
Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on communications & electronics equipment at the Short-Range Development site (SRD).
Analyzes equipment failures to determine cause and recommends corrective action.
Keeps performance and maintenance records on equipment.
Responds to NWSO or 22 Wing on requests for clarification on the status of NWS operations and maintenance activities.
Assists in effecting design changes to improve equipment efficiency and/or reduce cost of operation.
Reviews and provides feedback to the Sustainment Services department on minor modifications, projects, and preventive maintenance task reviews.
Develops course training standards according to SOW requirements and updates in equipment/systems.
Determines course content according to objectives.
Prepares training material (presentations, worksheets).
Executes training sessions, webinars, workshops etc. in groups or individually.
The EMT/Trainer can also be deployed to NWS sites to backfill as an Electronics Maintenance Technician or assist Operations and Engineering with system investigation/inspections, preventive, and corrective maintenance.
Responds to emergency situations (unexpected failures).
Conducts environmental, safety, security and quality checks and audits, general housekeeping in support of a healthy and safe workplace environment and takes proactive and corrective measures in these areas.
Performs other duties/projects as assigned, to support the overall program and mission, and other initiatives of Nasittuq.
Provides guidance, mentoring and team leadership to Electronics Maintenance Technicians, NWSCC Crew Technicians and LCMM/Engineers.