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FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN/ENGINEER

Direct Hire

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Field Service Engineer/Technician to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical background, excellent computer proficiency, and the ability to travel both domestically and internationally. Maritime experience is a significant plus.

In this role, you will be responsible for the setup, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced electrical systems aboard cruise ships and yachts. Systems may include fire alarms, security systems, and other essential onboard technologies. You will work independently, often interacting directly with ship captains and yacht owners, to ensure the functionality and reliability of these systems.

Key Responsibilities:

System Setup & Commissioning:

• Install and configure electrical systems aboard cruise ships and yachts, including fire alarm and security systems.

• Perform system integration and functionality tests.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

• Conduct routine maintenance of electrical systems to ensure optimal performance.

• Diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently, minimizing downtime for clients.

Customer Interaction:

• Communicate effectively with ship captains, yacht owners, and other stakeholders to explain system operations and address concerns.

• Provide high-quality customer service while representing the company professionally.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel domestically within the U.S. and internationally to the Caribbean, Europe, and other locations as needed.

• Be flexible to travel for varying durations, ranging from short trips to extended assignments.

Work Conditions:

• Availability to work weekends and 12-hour shifts when required.

• Operate independently in challenging environments.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in electrical systems (formal education or equivalent experience required).

• Hands-on experience in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems.

• Maritime industry experience is a significant advantage.

• Proficient in using and troubleshooting computer systems.

• Familiarity with fire alarm and security systems is highly desirable.

• Must hold a valid passport and maintain up-to-date official travel documents.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with diverse clients.

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and solve problems under pressure.

*Competitive salary based on experience.

*Travel allowances and accommodation covered for assignments.

*Opportunities to work in unique and diverse environments.

*Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.