Offshore Technician

About the job

Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean's harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention.

The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for the deployment, recovery, and repair of a North Pacific pilot fleet.
• Operate, maintain, and repair offshore mechanical equipment and systems. These may include hydraulics, pneumatics, winches, prime movers, and other industrial machinery.
• Participate in cross training with other disciplines (communications, electronics, deck operations, etc.).
• Train other team members on the systems / operations you own.
• Work alongside engineering to commission and test new equipment utilized for offshore operations
• Collaborate with engineering to improve existing and develop new means for offshore operations
• Assist in maintenance of owned equipment.
• Travel abroad to train crews internationally on the novel operations developed during pilot testing.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working offshore for extended periods
• Demonstrated hands-on experience operating and repairing industrial equipment in a marine, offshore, military, or comparable remote/field environment
• Willingness and ability to both lead training and participate in inter-discipline training
• Ability to travel up to 50% of year offshore
• Ability to travel 300+ miles offshore
• Holder of active TWIC or have ability to obtain.
• Ability to adhere to and promote a culture of safety.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience participating in the fabrication and commissioning of new industrial equipment
• Experience interfacing with engineering teams
• Understanding of basic AC and DC electrical theory
• Exposure to marine communications systems (radio, satellite comms, networking, etc.)
• Exposure to PLC systems

Schedule & Availability

This position is based on a rotational offshore schedule, working long shifts while offshore to support 24/7 operations. While on hitch, you should expect 12-hour days, seven days per week, in a dynamic offshore environment. The Offshore Technician is a frontline role; flexibility for weather, vessel availability, and mission timelines is required. Travel overseas will be required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Cash compensation of $100,000 - $140,000.
• Equity in the company. We're all owners and if we're successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
• Flexible paid time off
• Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
• Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
• Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
• Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
• Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location

This positional is rotational and thus could accommodate individuals outside of the Portland area. However, our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon. Candidates residing in the Pacific Northwest are preferred.