Field Service Technician, Computer Systems

**Career Opportunity**

GeoSpectrum is growing and has a new career opportunity for an experienced Field Service Technician

As a Field Service Technician, you’ll be installing, commissioning, servicing, and operating sonar systems at both local test facilities and on offsite customer vessels. You’ll be part of a diverse, multi-disciplinary program team and work directly with subcontractors and customer representatives. When you’re not in the field, you will help plan field operation logistics, maintain equipment in our factory, and take on other related tasks. This position will require frequent international travel, some of which may be at short notice.

**Explore GeoSpectrum’s Story**

GeoSpectrum Technologies is a rapidly growing company that designs and manufactures state of the art underwater acoustic components, transducers and integrated end-to-end systems for maritime surveillance and exploration. GeoSpectrum is known for its innovation and designing leading-edge products.

With clients across ocean science, defense and homeland security, and oil and gas industries, we’re proud of delivering reliable, customized solutions that go above and beyond the requirements of our customers.

GeoSpectrum was founded in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and continues to grow after three decades of engineering. Our company’s core values are woven into the fabric of our work, commitment to employee engagement, and client service.

**Responsibilities**
- Safely install and maintain computer systems as part of sonar systems on customer vessels, both locally and internationally.
- Become an expert in the features, operation, and maintenance of GeoSpectrum sonar systems.
- Train customer teams on installation and operations, often bridging language and cultural gaps.
- Support commissioning, operation, testing or demonstrating sonar equipment at sea.
- Test and troubleshoot computer systems and networking in the field.
- Coordinate logistics for field activities, both local and international
- Develop and maintain documentation, processes, and procedures for field service activities and field-based configuration control.
- Develop and maintain tools and equipment to support field service activities.
- Provide remote technical support to customers and other field service technicians when not in the field.

**Qualifications**
- CCNA certification or equivalent.
- A+ certification for technical support and IT operations.
- At least 2 years of experience as a Linux systems administrator.
- Must hold a valid Canadian passport.
- Ability to meet foreign country entry requirements.
- Willingness to travel on short notice and for extended periods, any time of the year.
- Self-motivated with a strong drive to complete tasks.
- Capable of working in a dynamic environment and developing procedures where needed.
- Proactive communicator, both internally and with clients.
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
- Experience in building, testing, and troubleshooting computer and network hardware.

**Security Requirements**

**Explore our Culture and Benefits**

At GeoSpectrum, we take pride in fostering an agile workplace that is based on professional relationships, innovation and continuous improvement. Our employees work together in a collaborative, cross-functional approach. Enjoy having fun at work? Our social community is next to none Our leadership team encourages our people to contribute their ideas, insight, and feedback for innovation, continuous improvement, quality management, and workplace safety.
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Work-life balance with core hours
- Paid Time Off
- Employee-Family Assistance Program
- Group Plan Benefits
- Virtual Healthcare
- RRSP matching
- Corporate Discounts and perks
- Career development opportunities
- Monthly social activities
- Professional Development and training
- Free on-site parking

While we sincerely thank all applicants for taking the time to apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.