Offshore ROV Field Technician – High-Impact Remote Ops

Oceaneering; South Carolina; Remote; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceaneering is seeking an Offshore Field Technician to safely operate Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) and maintain complex electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical subsystems. The role requires 98% vessel-based work with occasional activity at our North Charleston facility, and a Secret/Top Secret government clearance path.

Responsibilities include piloting ROVs, evaluating environmental conditions, performing maintenance, and managing spares and sub-sea equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• Technical associate degree or trade school experience beneficial.
• Formal mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, or electronics training may be required.
• Willingness to work offshore in rotation or callout basis.
• Must pass drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
• Must obtain Passport and TWIC Card; travel internationally on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Operate ROV equipment, cameras, acoustic positioning, sonar, manipulators, and LARS.
• Pilot ROVs; assess environmental conditions and hazards; dock/undock from TMS and navigate by acoustics, sonar, and video.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on electronic, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Calibrate, align equipment, and conduct housekeeping and corrosion control.
• Manage power, data distribution, HV systems, fiber optics, and sub-sea components.
• Maintain oil-filled subsea enclosures and terminate sub-sea tethers.
• Use subsea navigational equipment and perform related survey tasks.
• Maintain parts and supplies inventory for electrical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic devices.
• Operate ancillary tooling and hydraulics as required.
• Contribute to team as assigned and support additional duties.

Skills

Offshore work

Drug/alcohol screening

Passport & TWIC

Travel readiness

Strong safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical associate degree/tech trade

Mechanical/hydraulic or electrical/electronics training

Job description

Job Description

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.
  
  

Job Description

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
  
  

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

About Us

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factor.

About The Team

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.