Field Technician ROV

The Offshore Field Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) as well as the maintenance and repair of all electronic electrical/mechanical and hydraulic systems and sub-systems associated with the ROVs including component repair replacement and troubleshooting. This remote position requires 98% on vessels. Occasional work in shop environments at our facility in North Charleston SC or elsewhere. Active Government clearance required; minimum of a Secret however a Top-Secret clearance is ultimately required.

ESSENTIAL

• Operate equipment vehicle functions cameras (video and still) acoustic positioning system sonar manipulators (robotic arms) and LARS (Launch and Recovery Systems).

• Assist and pilot ROVs: evaluate the environmental conditions and hazards dock/undock from the tether management system (TMS) and navigate the ROV by acoustics sonar and visual (video).

• Perform electronic electrical hydraulic and mechanical maintenance and repairs.

• Use test equipment calibrate and align equipment and perform general housekeeping and corrosion control.

• Use power video and data distribution equipment including high voltage lines and transformers; phase current and voltage monitoring; ground fault protection circuits; sub-sea cameras; amplifiers; coaxial cables; video monitors; video converters; microprocessor-controlled video switchers; modems; line drivers serial ports; parallel ports; termination of both multi-mode and single-mode fiber-optic conductors and modems.

• Maintain oil-filled sub-sea electrical enclosures including main lift umbilical oil-filled cables cable splices and sub-sea rated one-atmosphere lights; terminate sub-sea tethers.

• Use sub-sea navigational equipment including but not limited to magnetic compass gyro transducer sonar altimeter and associated survey equipment.

• Establish and maintain parts and supplies associated with all electrical and electronic devices.

• Integrates and operates ancillary tooling including but not limited to hard- and soft-line cutters pump units water pumps and associated hydraulic systems.

• Maintains parts and supplies inventory associated with all system mechanical and hydraulics assemblies and subassemblies.

• Additional duties as may be assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Technical associate degree or tech trade school preferred; experience may be considered in place of formal education.

• Formal mechanical and hydraulic training or formal electrical and electronics training.

• Willing to work offshore in harsh weather environments on a rotation or callout basis.

• Must pass a drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.

• Will be required to ride boats barges and air transportation to remote areas.

• Must obtain a valid Passport and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card).

• Must be willing to travel internationally on short notice for up to six weeks and at least six months out of the year.

• To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for their actions.

  • Accurate - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

  • Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.

  • Communication Oral - Ability to communicate effectively using the spoken word.

  • Communication Written - Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing.

  • Customer Oriented - Ability to care for customers needs while following company procedures.

  • Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.

  • Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.

  • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

  • Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

• Must have a Secret government security clearance to start and attain a Top Secret clearance.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role however may include Health and Wellness Mental Health Retirement Savings Life and Disability Paid Maternity and Parental Leave Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.

The hourly range for this position is $41.88 - $62.84.