Sr. Field Tech - Marine

RESA Power; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic, people-first organization that values integrity and expertise in the electrical industry. As a Senior Field Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting field operations and completing customer orders in the marine sector. This position involves troubleshooting electrical systems, performing installations, and maintaining strong client relationships. With a focus on safety and compliance, you will work collaboratively to solve problems and enhance operational efficiency. If you are passionate about delivering quality work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity offers the chance to grow within a trusted service provider dedicated to excellence in critical power services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical fieldwork.
• Knowledge of safety and industry standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and electrical installations on marine equipment.
• Maintain strong client relationships and prepare project estimates.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Marine electrical design

Control systems knowledge

Customer relationship management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

AutoCAD

Education

Red Seal Electrician

Electrical Engineer Degree or Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of Leadership, the Sr Field Technician receives and carries out work assignments from management and internal customers around Victoria, BC. These assignments support field operations and complete customer orders supported to the Marine industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, new electrical installations, commissioning, and testing.
• Troubleshoot, test, maintain, redesign, rebuild, retrofit, and/or repair electrical equipment, including control systems, transformers, switchgear, and breakers on Customer site(s).
• Marine electrical design including PLC programming, automation, drawings, and schematics.
• Relay experience considered an asset.
• Able to work away from home location for multiple days/weeks at a time.
• Complete test reports to Company and Customer standards and timelines.
• Demonstrate continual effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with other departments.
• Communicate with Manager or other designee for effective problem resolution and transfer of pertinent information on jobs in process and complete.
• Maintain strong client relationships, prepare project estimates, expand project work scopes, and assist in negotiating extra charges.
• Walk through customers’ sites, inspect problems, and report issues to Sales and Project Management.
• Work with team members to effectively complete work assignments.
• Observe all company, local, and federal safety rules, location and company best practices, and company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Red Seal Electrician, Electrical Engineer Degree or Diploma and a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Knowledge of various safety standards such as OHS, C.S.A, and provincial safety standards.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as DNV, CSA, ABS, Lloyds, DNV, Transport Canada.
• Proven knowledge of marine vessels electrical and mechanical systems.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills for data entry, looking up information, and creating reports.
• Experience in AutoCAD is considered an asset.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Customer-focused; able to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and produce quality work products.
• For positions that utilize a company vehicle, a valid driver’s license is required.

Who we are!

RESA Power is a dynamic, people-first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems.

Our Mission

Ensure reliable and safe mission-critical power across our customers’ electrical infrastructure lifecycle.

Our Vision

To be the premier, first-choice, trusted provider in the US and Canada for critical power services and products.

Core Cultural Competencies

• We do it right: We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.
• We are customer-driven: Our number one concern is our customer and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.
• We focus on growth: We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
• We solve problems: Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible, and adaptable.
• We get it done: We are efficient, reliable, and no nonsense.
• We build strong relationships: Our leaders are servant leaders. We collaborate to create the best solutions.

Additional Information

Travel: 0-30% based on location (transformer services positions may have a higher percentage of travel).

Working Location: Victoria, BC

Physical Demands: Lifting a minimum of 50lbs daily, crawling, climbing, standing for long periods, and working in non-ideal conditions.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.