ROV Technician

Oceaneering; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceaneering Canada seeks an SSR ROV Technician to maintain, test, troubleshoot, and repair ROV systems and support gear, ensuring readiness for offshore operations and safe execution of projects.

Join a team working with industry-leading subsea systems, with opportunities to develop technical skills and contribute to ongoing offshore campaigns along Newfoundland and Labrador and beyond.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience as an ROV Technician or equivalent.
• Must obtain a valid passport and offshore work documents.
• Preferred Engineering Technologist or Technician diploma.
• Valid offshore training including Basic Survival Training (CAPP).
• WHMIS, H2S Alive, Fall Protection and regulatory awareness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair ROV systems and associated support equipment.
• Assist ROV launch, recovery, deployment, and subsea intervention operations.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance per procedures.
• Support diagnosis and resolution of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, and software faults.
• Ensure ROV equipment is operational and ready to meet project requirements.

Skills

ROV maintenance

Troubleshooting

Field repair

Education

High School Diploma

Engineering Technologist or Technician diploma (preferred)

Passport and offshore work documentation

Offshore safety training (Basic Survival)

Job description

Oceaneering Canada has secured long-term, year-round offshore ROV operations supporting major projects offshore Newfoundland and Labrador. These opportunities span both vessel-based Inspection, Repair and Maintenance (IRM) operations and MODU-based well intervention campaigns, providing stable employment, challenging technical work, and diverse operational experience.

Join our team supporting Canada's most significant offshore energy projects, where safety, innovation, and operational excellence are at the forefront. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work with industry-leading ROV systems, advanced subsea technologies, and experienced professionals while contributing to the continued growth of Oceaneering's offshore operations in Canada.

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.

About the Role

SSR ROV Technicians are responsible for maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing ROV systems and associated support equipment to ensure equipment readiness and the safe, efficient execution of offshore operations while developing technical competency and supporting project objectives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair ROV systems and associated support equipment.
• Assist ROV launch, recovery, deployment, and subsea intervention operations.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance in accordance with company procedures.
• Support the diagnosis and resolution of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, and software faults.
• Ensure ROV equipment is operational and ready to meet project requirements.
• Execute planned maintenance tasks and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Support equipment mobilization, demobilization, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, permit-to-work processes, and safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment, including good housekeeping practices.
• Assist Senior Technicians and Supervisors with operational and maintenance activities.
• Liaise with offshore and shore-based personnel regarding equipment status and technical issues as required.
• Prepare maintenance documentation, technical reports, and shift handovers.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and maintenance practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Experience as an ROV Technician (domestic or international) and/or a combination of experience or education.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Passport and any other regionally mandated offshore work requirement documents as appropriate.
• Preferred Engineering Technologist or Technician diploma.
• Valid CAPP-compliant offshore training including Basic Survival Training.
• WHMIS, H2S Alive, Fall Protection, and Regulatory Awareness.

About the Team

As one of the largest providers of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), Oceaneering offers cost-effective, innovative solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. With 99% uptime, our vehicles offer tough, reliable service for the full asset life cycle anywhere in the world – from development through to decommissioning. With a focus on secure remote operations, we can assure any operation, including rig moves, subsea monitoring, inspection, and more. With our next generation of subsea vehicles, such as the Liberty™ E-ROV and Freedom™ AUV, we push the boundaries of autonomy and remote work capabilities, using machine learning for better decision making and asset maintenance.