Electrical Technician

Hornbeck Offshore Operators•Port Fourchon, LA

66d•Onsite

About The Position

At Hornbeck Offshore, our people are our propellers to success, and our most important asset. Our culture of integrity, commitment, excellence and teamwork is what differentiates us from the rest. We’re committed to being your Company of Choice®. The Electrical Technician troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains Company vessel’s electrical systems. This electrical equipment includes but not limited to generators, switchboards, telephone systems, electronic engine controls, engine monitoring systems, lights, switches, PLC’s, VFD’s, Drive Controls, Propulsion Control systems, and vessel monitoring systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Five (5) years of electrical repair related experience or training.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including “Windows” operating systems, Word, and Excel.
Demonstrates efficient job planning and time scheduling.
Detailed electrical systems understanding necessary to troubleshoot and repair vessel electrical systems.
Ability to get along well with others.
Must possess a valid US driver’s license, insurance, and TWIC card.
Must be possess or obtain a passport for international travel and must be willing to travel internationally.
Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business.

Responsibilities

Works with the Lead Electrical Technician to safely repair and maintain vessel electrical equipment at peak performance for maximum availability and efficiency.
Works with Operations Managers and vessel crews to schedule troubleshooting and repair of electrical equipment.
Works with vendors on contract work to verify repair is complete and to company’s satisfaction if required.
Coordinates all aspects of the job that is assigned by the Lead Electrical Technician. This includes procuring parts, appropriate tools, equipment, and supplies required for troubleshooting and repairing the vessel electrical equipment.
Instructs vessel crews on basic troubleshooting and repair procedures needed to identify and repair problems if needed.
Identifies parts that need to be replaced, opens work orders, issues purchase orders, and places orders for parts or repair services as necessary.
Interprets technical drawings, electrical schematics, and other technical documents to determine appropriate repair parts and procedures. Operates and inspects completed work to determine repair success.
Executes all tasks with all prescribed safety equipment in place and on person using applicable OSHA rules.
Creates and understands Job Safety Analysis (JSA) actions for each job performed internally as well as by vendors or vessel crew.
All other duties as assigned by management.