ROV Pilot/Technician

SubCom; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SubCom is seeking a skilled ROV Pilot/Technician to operate, repair, and maintain subsea ROV and Sea Plow systems, interfacing with teams to ensure operational readiness. The role demands strong technical ability and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

Based in Eatontown, NJ, the candidate will monitor contractors, manage onboard inventory, and support deployment and demobilization activities while adhering to safety and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in the ROV industry.
• Experience operating and maintaining ROV or Sea Plow systems.
• Ability to work independently and proactively address issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and maintain SubCom ROV and Sea Plow systems.
• Monitor and evaluate subsea contractors.
• Communicate and enforce company procedures and safety policies.

Skills

ROV operation

Field maintenance

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Adobe applications

Tools

ROV control systems

FAT & integration tooling

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.Position OverviewSubCom operates multiple subsea vehicles globally for subsea telecom cable installation and repair. The ROV Pilot/Technician will perform field operations and equipment maintenance and will report to the Director of Submersible Systems or Submersibles Operations Manager. The position will interface with SubCom employees and contracted labor to conduct equipment maintenance and subsea operations.ResponsibilitiesOperate, repair, and maintain SubCom ROV and Sea Plow systems.Monitor, and evaluate subsea contractors.Communicate and enforce company procedures and safety policies.Prepare purchase requisitions and receive parts and supplies.Manage onboard inventory and critical system spares.Perform system maintenance with a focus on operational readiness.Conduct routine system audits during deployment.Support mob and demobilization of ROV and Sea Plow systems.Assist with subsea equipment builds, including FAT and integration.Provide clear feedback to submersibles management on system status and contracted labor.Conduct administrative tasks necessary for onboard submersible administration.Rotation lengths are targeted to 60 days, but can go longer based on vessel schedule, project requirements and customer requirements.QualificationsMinimum five years working within the ROV industry.Strong engineering or technical trade and experience operating and maintaining ROV or Sea Plow systems.The ability to operate independently and proactively to address issues.Good communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a team atmosphere.Functional computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Adobe applications.NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.BENEFITSSubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITYSubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.SUBCOM’S CORE VALUESQuality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation