Rental and Repair Technician

Kongsberg Discovery US • New Orleans, LA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Kongsberg Discovery, a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global technology company providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors. Headquartered in Horten, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities internationally. Kongsberg Discovery is a market leader in systems for positioning, surveying, and navigation. We are determined to provide our customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation both on and under the sea. At KONGSBERG, we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme conditions. We do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers. WORLD CLASS – through people, technology, and dedication. There has never been a more exciting time to work for Kongsberg Discovery than right now. With us, you will be in the forefront of enabling the business to achieve their objectives through the role of Rental and Repair Technician.

Requirements

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent work experience
• Be customer oriented and "service minded"
• Ability to handle simultaneous activities and work in a hectic environment
• Must be comfortable with travel activity when necessary
• Be a team player

Nice To Haves

• training provided for forklift operation

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-house repairs of Kongsberg Discovery equipment.
• Maintain rental equipment in good working condition as well as a clean workspace.
• Test and repair all rental equipment before and after being used on a project.
• Work with warehouse to confirm equipment has latest Firmware prior to shipping.
• Participate in warehouse and customer support duty phone.
• Required to work outside business hours to cover demand.
• Develop own qualifications by participating in internal / external courses and education.
• Operate heavy machinery such as forklift (training provided).
• Provide technical assistance to customers by phone and/or email.
• Any other tasks given by Rental & Repair Manager.
• Carry out actions to prevent errors with equipment sent out on projects.
• Suggest improvements to procedures and methods to manager.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Fully subsidized health & welfare benefits for employee (discounted costs for family members) with an option of a high-deductible plan that includes an annual employer contribution towards your health savings account ($1500 for family, $750 for employee only, and prorated depending on date of hire)
• Fully subsidized dental and vision coverage
• Eligible for annual employee bonus program
• Up to 5% employer match program
• Flexibility with Paid Time Off
• Career growth opportunities
• Professional and personal development and career opportunities
• Safe and collaborative culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree