Sr. Field Tech - Marine

RESA Power; Surrey; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical distribution systems is seeking a Sr Field Technician to support field operations in Victoria, BC. The role involves troubleshooting, installations, and maintaining electrical equipment for the Marine industry. Ideal candidates will have a Red Seal Electrician certification and strong problem-solving skills. Join a dynamic organization committed to safety and performance, where your expertise will contribute to mission-critical power solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical systems.
• Knowledge of safety standards such as OHS, CSA, and provincial standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, new electrical installations, commissioning, and testing.
• Design marine electrical systems, including PLC programming.
• Maintain strong client relationships and prepare project estimates.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Customer Focus

Education

Red Seal Electrician

Electrical Engineer Degree or Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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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 repair electrical equipment, including control systems, transformers, switchgear, and breakers at customer sites.
• Design marine electrical systems, including PLC programming, automation, drawings, and schematics.
• Relay experience is considered an asset.
• Able to work away from home location for multiple days/weeks.
• Complete test reports according to company and customer standards and timelines.
• Work to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline processes, and collaborate with other departments.
• Communicate effectively with managers and team members about job progress and issues.
• Maintain strong client relationships, prepare project estimates, and assist in expanding project scopes and negotiations.
• Inspect customer sites, identify problems, and report findings to sales and project management.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete assignments effectively.
• Follow all safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Red Seal Electrician, Electrical Engineer Degree or Diploma, with minimum 3 years of experience.
• Knowledge of safety standards such as OHS, CSA, and provincial standards.
• Familiarity with industry standards like DNV, CSA, ABS, Lloyds, Transport Canada.
• Proven knowledge of marine vessel electrical and mechanical systems.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills for data entry, research, and reporting.
• AutoCAD experience is an asset.
• Strong communication skills, ability to follow instructions, and work in a team environment.
• Customer-focused, able to meet deadlines, manage multiple projects.
• Valid driver’s license required if operating a company vehicle.

Who we are!

RESA Power is a dynamic, people-first organization committed to safety, performance, and compliance in electrical distribution systems. We operate throughout the US and Canada, with a focus on long-term partnerships and excellent customer service.

Our Mission

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

Our Vision

To be the premier provider of critical power services and products in the US and Canada, delivering the best customer and employee experience.

Core Cultural Competencies

• We do it right: Integrity, safety, professionalism, sound judgment, punctuality, quality.
• We are customer-driven: Focus on customer relationships, professionalism, respect, and courtesy.
• We focus on growth: Continuous learning, seeking new opportunities, expanding skills and certifications.
• We solve problems: Innovation, independence, proposing improvements.
• We get it done: Efficiency, reliability, clear communication, follow-through.
• We build strong relationships: Collaboration, support, and connection within teams and with clients.

Additional Information

Travel: 0-30%, higher for transformer services.

Location: Victoria, BC

Physical Demands: Lifting 50 lbs, crawling, climbing, standing long periods, 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, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and other protected categories.