ROV Pilot/Technician (8113)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

FSA/HSA

Vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Shift differential

Job summary

SubCom is seeking a skilled ROV Pilot/Technician to operate, repair, and maintain our subsea ROV and Sea Plow systems across international projects. This role supports field operations on vessels and remote locations.

You will coordinate with SubCom personnel and contracted labor, manage equipment readiness, and enforce safety and company procedures to ensure reliable data cable installation and repair. Rotation lengths are project-driven, typically 60 days, with longshore and travel

Qualifications

• Minimum five years working within the ROV industry.
• Strong engineering or technical trade and experience operating and maintaining ROV/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.

Responsibilities

• Operate, 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.

Skills

ROV operations

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Independence

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe applications

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Remote Employee US - Eatontown, NJ 07724, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: International Travel - Shipboard, Job Shift: 5x2-8a-430p, 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 Overview

SubCom 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate, 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum 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.

BENEFITS

SubCom 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 OPPORTUNITY

SubCom 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’S CORE VALUES

Quality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation