Electronic Maintenance Technician

Job Description

FIFO Shift Schedule: 6 weeks on / 6 weeks off

Job Description:
Electronic Maintenance Technicians support the operation and maintenance of critical radar and communication systems at remote Arctic radar sites across Northern Canada. Working in a fly-in/fly-out camp environment, you’ll perform scheduled and corrective maintenance on complex electronic systems while contributing to national defense infrastructure.

This is a permanent, unionized rotational role with full accommodations, meals, and travel provided. The position offers long-term stability with extended time off between rotations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing scheduled and corrective maintenance on radar, satellite communication, and electronic systems
• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing complex electronic equipment
• Completing retrofit installations and equipment replacements (RF/IF equipment, transceivers, LNAs, SSPAs)
• Conducting verification procedures to ensure compliance with implementation instructions
• Updating technical documentation, drawings, audit records, and modification logs
• Coordinating activities with logistics teams and operations control centres
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas and managing equipment returns
• Supporting unplanned or transient duties as assigned
• Working collaboratively with remote site teams and support centres
• Complying with all safety standards and site protocols
• Deploying to Long Range and Short Range Radar sites as operationally required

Qualifications & experience:

• Electronics Technician Diploma (or Canadian military equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on field experience maintaining electronic systems
• Proficiency with electronic test and repair equipment
• Strong knowledge of data communications, satellite systems, and monitoring systems
• Computer proficiency (Word, Excel)
• Ability to work in extreme weather and physically demanding conditions
• Ability to live and work in remote camp environments on a rotational basis
• Experience working in remote camps (asset)
• Willingness to work in a cross-cultural environment

Employment type: Permanent, full-time (unionized)
Compensation: $38.95–$48.68 per hour (overtime paid at 1.5x)

Additional highlights:

• Paid travel days and all travel costs covered
• Private accommodations with meals, Wi-Fi, TV, and laundry facilities
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Employer-matched pension plan
• Arctic gear, annual safety footwear allowance, and referral bonuses
• Training and career development opportunities

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