Electrical Technician

HORNBECK OFFSHORE®; Port Fourchon (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornbeck Offshore is seeking an Electrical Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain vessel electrical systems aboard our fleet. You will work with the Lead Electrical Technician and vessel crews to ensure peak performance while complying with safety standards.

The role requires five years of electrical repair experience, strong English skills, and the ability to travel internationally; candidates must hold a valid US driver's license, TWIC, and be willing to board vessels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years of electrical repair related experience or training.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Windows, Word, and Excel.
• Demonstrates efficient job planning and time scheduling.
• Detailed understanding of electrical systems for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Willingness to travel internationally and board vessels.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Lead Electrical Technician to safely repair and maintain vessel electrical equipment.
• Schedules troubleshooting and repair with Operations Managers and vessel crews.
• Coordinates with vendors on contract work and verifies completion to company standards.
• Manages parts, tools, equipment, and supplies for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Instructs vessel crews on basic troubleshooting and repair procedures.
• Identifies parts to replace, issues purchase orders, and places orders for parts or services.
• Interprets electrical drawings and schematics to determine repair parts and procedures.
• Operates with prescribed safety equipment and follows OSHA rules.
• Creates Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for each job performed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

English fluency

MS Office

Job planning

Electrical systems knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TWIC

Job description

At Hornbeck Offshore, our people are our propellers to success, and our most important asset. Our culture of integrity, commitment, excellence and teamwork is what differentiates us from the rest.

We’re committed to being your Company of Choice®

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Electrical Technician troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains Company vessel’s electrical systems. This electrical equipment includes but not limited to generators, switchboards, telephone systems, electronic engine controls, engine monitoring systems, lights, switches, PLC’s, VFD’s, Drive Controls, Propulsion Control systems, and vessel monitoring systems.

SCOPE OF DUTIES

The duties of the Electrical Technician shall include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Works with the Lead Electrical Technician to safely repair and maintain vessel electrical equipment at peak performance for maximum availability and efficiency.
• Works with Operations Managers and vessel crews to schedule troubleshooting and repair of electrical equipment.
• Works with vendors on contract work to verify repair is complete and to company’s satisfaction if required.
• Coordinates all aspects of the job that is assigned by the Lead Electrical Technician. This includes procuring parts, appropriate tools, equipment, and supplies required for troubleshooting and repairing the vessel electrical equipment.
• Instructs vessel crews on basic troubleshooting and repair procedures needed to identify and repair problems if needed.
• Identifies parts that need to be replaced, opens work orders, issues purchase orders, and places orders for parts or repair services as necessary.
• Interprets technical drawings, electrical schematics, and other technical documents to determine appropriate repair parts and procedures. Operates and inspects completed work to determine repair success.
• Executes all tasks with all prescribed safety equipment in place and on person using applicable OSHA rules.
• Creates and understands Job Safety Analysis (JSA) actions for each job performed internally as well as by vendors or vessel crew.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Five (5) years of electrical repair related experience or training.

Skills

• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including “Windows” operating systems, Word, and Excel.
• Demonstrates efficient job planning and time scheduling.
• Detailed electrical systems understanding necessary to troubleshoot and repair vessel electrical systems.
• Ability to get along well with others.

Licenses/Certifications: Must possess a valid US driver’s license, insurance, and TWIC card. Must be possess or obtain a passport for international travel and must be willing to travel internationally.

Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business.

COMPETENCIES

Problem Solving

• Anticipates the impact of decisions and actions on others
• Identifies recurring problems and offers solutions based on facts and data
• Seeks out expert opinion when making decisions and solving problems
• Is thorough and attentive to detail
• Keeps his/her manager involved on important issues and/or problems

Work the Plan

• Achieves closure and follows through on tasks and projects
• Effectively multi-tasks and efficiently manages time
• Delivers a timely, complete, and accurate work product
• Clearly communicates what he/she needs from others to get the job done
• Follows established policies and procedures

Inspire Trust

• Demonstrates a strong service orientation to both internal and external customers
• Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame
• Is approachable and easy to deal with; handles pressure in in a calm manner
• Deals with people in a candid, straightforward, and respectful manner
• Acts with the highest level of integrity and professionalism and demonstrates a strong work ethic

Personal Learning

• Seeks professional development, training, and relevant certifications
• Remains open and non-defensive to feedback
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new things and take on more responsibility
• Asks for feedback from his/her managers on how to improve
• Seeks professional development, training, and relevant certifications
• Remains open and non-defensive to feedback
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new things and take on more responsibility
• Asks for feedback from his/her managers on how to improve