VD- Davit Technician

Job Description

Job Title:

Davit Technician

Reports To:

Service Manager

This position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus
, plus an additional $5,000 retention bonus after 12 months of employment
.

Fairbanks Morse Defense is looking for a Davit Service Engineer / Davit Technician to join our organization.

In this role, you will install, test, commission, maintain, and service electric and hydraulic davit systems and related equipment across Fairbanks Morse Defense customer bases, including naval, coast guard, commercial, and industrial customers. You will travel to shipyards, onboard active vessels, and customer facilities to perform service, inspections, and upgrades in accordance with company procedures, applicable regulations, and FMD quality and safety standards.

This position combines hands-on technical field work, safety and compliance, and customer-facing service, as well as plays a key role in ensuring mission-critical davit systems are safe, reliable, and compliant.

• Install, repair, service, and maintain electric and hydraulic davit systems and related equipment.
• Perform mechanical, electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting, as well as component replacement as required by product line and customer needs.
• Conduct shipboard, off site distant support, and field service work, including troubleshooting and corrective maintenance.
• Perform annual and five-year inspections and safety checks in accordance with manufacturer procedures, classification requirements, and certification standards (e.g., SOLAS and relevant Maritime Authority regulations).
• Maintain test equipment, tools, and product documentation in good working order.
• Prepare accurate service reports, inspection documentation, and other required records using Fairbanks Morse Defense templates and procedures.

• Follow all Fairbanks Morse Defense HSE/EHS policies and site-specific safety procedures.
• Complete required safety and technical training and maintain necessary certifications.
• Ensure work is carried out in compliance with the company's quality management system and applicable ISO standards.
• Use QA systems and tools in daily operations and support continuous improvement of safety and quality performance.

• Represent Fairbanks Morse Defense in a professional and customer-focused manner at all times.
• Communicate clearly with customers regarding work scope, findings, and recommendations.
• Strive for first-time fixes where possible and support high customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Maintain timely communication with the Service Manager and regional offices on job status, issues, and resource needs.

• Provide feedback to Engineering and Product Management on recurring issues and potential design or process improvements.
• Contribute to standardization and optimization of service procedures, documentation, and tools.
• Collaborate effectively with Program Management, Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and other internal stakeholders to support efficient execution of jobs.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and technical requirements related to davit systems.
• Perform other duties within the scope of the position as assigned by the Service Manager or designated leader.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in a technical field (mechanical, electrical, marine, or related discipline) preferred.
• Relevant technical/vocational training in hydraulic and/or electric systems, crane or industrial/heavy maintenance is a plus.

• Hands-on experience with hydraulic and/or electric systems, crane or industrial/heavy equipment experience strongly preferred.
• Field service, maintenance, or technician experience.
• Electrical systems experience (low/high voltage) preferred.
• Experience working from technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.

• Ability to read and interpret diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with hydraulic and electrical test equipment and basic hand tools.
• Strong…