- Great opportunity to use your technical skills in a challenging and varied role!
- Receive a competitive salary, bonuses, PLUS a great host of benefits!
- Don't miss this opportunity to work with an industry leader!
About DP World
DP World is Western Canada's premier container terminal operator and stevedore. As a part of an international network of 70 terminals across six continents, we take a localized approach to global business that is invaluable to our customers, people, shareholders, and community.
As a company, we are committed to giving back to the communities in which we work and sustainability. We also continually invest in our people, terminal infrastructure, and facilities to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where our customers need them.
For more information, please visit our website.
About the Opportunity
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Automation Technician to join our team in Prince Rupert, BC.
Reporting to the IT Manager, you will be responsible for implementation, support, maintenance, and inventory of infrastructure and hardware in the department portfolio, while delivering highest quality services to multiple terminal facilities in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner.
Responsibilities include:
- Identifying and evaluating opportunities to gain efficiencies through automation
- Lobbying for approval where appropriate and implementing solutions as approved
- Performing functions associated with the design, development, installation, maintenance, and performance assessment of approved solutions
- Performing or assisting team members in monitoring and troubleshooting service performance problems
- Collaborating with others to resolve issues, including external partners
- Providing instruction, assistance, and guidance to other technicians as required
- Performing required incidental and preventative maintenance on network attached equipment and updating necessary logs and completes reports
- Coordinating clearing of trouble tickets with other groups and organizations
- Ensuring clear, concise, and accurate documentation for infrastructure systems is maintained
- Maintaining limited spare hardware inventory
In order to qualify for this role, you will have completed a 2-year post-secondary technical diploma or certificate and a minimum of 2 years of experience technical role.
You will also possess:
- Working knowledge of IT infrastructure including vehicle mounted data terminals, wireless networks, position detection, OCR, and monitoring/alerting systems
- Practical knowledge of automated system and network monitoring tools
- Strong time management skills and the ability to complete activities within time constraints
- Strong team orientation and ability to contribute to the realization of team goals and customer satisfaction
- An understanding of incident, change, and problem management processes
- Must be willing to work day, evening or night hours, emergency call-outs, weekends and holidays as required
The following are assets, but not required:
- Software development and/or database management experience
- Previous experience working in an industrial setting
You will do well in this role if you are an effective communicator who can work as part of a small but growing team. You must be self-reliant, have strong problem-solving skills, and be able to work collaboratively.
Due to the nature of this role, you will spend about 50% of your time on site. As such, you must be comfortable with heights, and you must be willing to work day, evening or night hours, emergency call-outs, weekends and holidays as required. You must also be able to pass security clearance.
About the Benefits
In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a competitive annual salary plus benefits including:
- Extended Medical, Dental, Vision and Critical Illness Insurance
- Health and Lifestyle Spending Account
- LTD, STD, and AD&D Insurance
- Pension plan matching
- MSP Premiums paid for by employer
- Bonuses based on company and personal performance
- Opportunities to give back through various company volunteering initiatives
- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
You will also enjoy a social and laid back culture, lots of catered lunches, and social events like baseball games, Christmas parties, and other events.
If you want to use your technical IT skills in a challenging and rewarding environment, Apply today!
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