Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Field Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Equipment Testing, Handheld Power Tools, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Preventive Maintenance

Certifications:

None

Experience:

1 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Field Technician I


Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Field Technician I supporting the Surface Ship Torpedo Defense (SSTD) Program.  GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Field Technician I you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Field Technician I joining our team to maintain and refurbish torpedo defense equipment, ensuring the safety of our sailors.  

HOW A FIELD TECHNICIAN I WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
● Fabricates, installs, maintains, and repairs electronic, mechanical, and/or other types of components and equipment. 

● Assists with the completion of technical tasks.
● Assists with modifying, moving, and installing new equipment.

● A successful candidate will have experience disassembling, reassembling, and testing mechanical systems such as wire rope winches following written and verbal procedures and guidance. 

● A successful candidate must be willing to learn and take direction from senior technicians within the group.

● Travels to various sites (CONUS and OCONUS) to perform repairs and troubleshoot problems under the direction of senior technicians, working directly with Government representatives.  
● 50% to 75% of the work is conducted in the Norfolk, VA area. 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
●  Education: High School Diploma/GED
●  Required Experience: 1+ years of related experience 

● Required Technical Skills: Must be proficient at using common hand and power tools, such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, and saws. Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, safety toe shoes, and ear protection for prolonged periods of time while working in shipyard environments.
● Security Clearance Level: Must be able to attain a Secret security clearance within six months of start date.
● Required Skills and Abilities: Must be able to effectively communicate with coworkers.

●  Must be able to follow written and verbal directions to accomplish assigned tasking.  

●  Must be able to gain access to U.S. Naval Bases and private and public shipyards including, but not limited to, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Huntington Ingalls-Newport News, BAE, and Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.

●  Must be able to use computer software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
● Preferred Skills: Ability to read and interpret blueprint and schematics
●  Location: GDIT Chesapeake, VA
● US Citizenship Required  


GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $19.84 - $23.00. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Chesapeake

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans