Join Our Team at Survitec!
Position: Service Technician - HPTSS
Location: Saint John’s, Newfoundland
Type: Full-Time
Why Survitec?
Are you passionate about hands-on work in a fast-paced environment? Ready to contribute to life-saving technology while advancing your career? Survitec, the world’s largest provider of survival technology, is seeking a Service Technician - HPTSS to join our dedicated operations team in Saint John’s, Newfoundland. This is your chance to be part of a globally recognized company that’s been protecting lives for over 166 years.
At Survitec, every day brings new challenges, and the work you do has an immediate impact on keeping people safe, whether on land, at sea, or in the air. Sound exciting? Read on to find out more about this amazing opportunity!
The Role:
As a Service Technician - HPTSS, you’ll be responsible for performing day-to-day service and maintenance tasks to support offshore operations, ensuring our high-performance safety systems are functioning at their best. You’ll handle everything from servicing Helicopter Underwater Emergency Breathing Apparatus (HEUBA) to pressure testing, and from cleaning life-saving suit components to maintaining personal locator beacons (PLBs).
Key Responsibilities:
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Service & Repair: Perform hands-on service and repairs for a variety of HPTSS components in line with OEM manuals, procedures, and Survitec policies.
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Equipment Maintenance: Operate laundry equipment, conduct pressure testing on suit components, tear down and rebuild HEUBA systems, and inspect/maintain PLBs and LPUs.
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Record Keeping: Log all work performed accurately in our electronic and paper systems (C-SAM, checklists, release docs, etc.).
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Organization: Keep the service shop and all tools, equipment, and delivery vehicles clean, organized, and in top condition.
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Logistics & Delivery: Handle pick-up and delivery runs between our facility and customer sites.
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Safety First: Report any breakdowns in service quality or health and safety concerns to your Service Supervisor immediately.
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Training & Travel: Participate in occasional travel for training and professional development.
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On-Call Rotation: Be part of an on-call rotation to ensure continuous service availability.
What We’re Looking For:
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A passion for safety and precision in service work.
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Excellent attention to detail with the ability to follow strict protocols and guidelines.
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Strong organizational skills to manage tools, records, and logistics.
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Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
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Willingness to travel for training and occasionally be on-call.
Why Work with Us?
At Survitec, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers. We believe in investing in your growth, helping you develop new skills, and ensuring you have the resources to succeed. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
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Comprehensive Benefits Package – Health & dental coverage, short-term & long-term disability, and life insurance (including optional life insurance).
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Paid Time Off – Additional day off for your birthday, company anniversary holiday benefit, and 12 paid statutory holidays.
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Paid Sick Days – 5 paid sick days as per government regulations.
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Vacation Time – Paid vacation time based on your years of service.
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Service Recognition – Gift card vouchers upon reaching 5 years of service.
Who We Are
Survitec is the global leader in survival technology, trusted by the world’s leading maritime, defence, energy, and aerospace organizations. With over 166 years of experience, we’re committed to saving lives and reducing risk for our customers. As a part of our diverse global community of 3,000+ professionals across 96 countries, you’ll be joining an innovative and supportive team focused on excellence.
How to Apply
Survitec is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to be their authentic selves. We’re here to ensure you have the best possible experience with us, so if you require any accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.
At Survitec, safety is at the heart of everything we do. If you're ready to be part of a mission that saves lives every single day, then join us and make your career count.
