Workshop Technician - Mechanical / Hydraulics

Job Description

The Workshop Technician is responsible for performing maintenance, refurbishment, and readiness activities on subsea and surface equipment systems, as well as associated tooling packages, within the Morgan City workshop.

This is a Morgan City, Louisiana onshore US based position, which may include working at designated geographic area as needed. Ability to travel domestically and international as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, mobilization, demobilization, periodic inspections, in‑storage servicing, and refurbishment of company‑owned equipment.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company operating and maintenance standards, as well as current regulatory requirements.
• Accurately update equipment maintenance systems with records of all repairs, inspections, and service activities.
• Assist in the preparation, testing, and mobilization of ROV systems and associated tooling packages.
• Participate in daily toolbox talks and contribute to safety discussions within the workshop team.
• Engage in the company’s observation program and routinely conduct STOP audits.
• Attend required safety training sessions and actively support safety initiatives.
• Follow all established procedures and ensure tasks are completed using correct and approved methods.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, and company HSE requirements before and during operations.
• Apply Oceaneering risk assessment processes, including JSEA, to all tasks.
• Support QHSE initiatives, including continuous improvement efforts and performance monitoring.
• Promote and practice 5S and Lean principles within the workshop environment.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned to support operational needs.
• Participate in the company competence program to progress within the established career framework.
• Travel internationally, when required, to provide on‑site technical support.
• Attend project kick‑off meetings, when needed, to provide technical expertise.
• Ensure Safety policies and procedures are clearly understood and followed to maintain a safe working environment.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as needed to support departmental and organizational goals.
  
  

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic computer literacy and ability to operate standard software tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
  
  

DESIRED

• Technical or Associate degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Hydraulic Engineering, or a related field.
• 1 years of experience in hydraulics, mechanics, mechatronics, communications/computer networking, subsea tooling, or control systems.
• Working knowledge of subsea and surface equipment, including ROV systems, IWOCS, Workover Systems, and tooling packages.
• Familiarity with subsea controls and operations.
• Knowledge of manifold, umbilical, and subsea XT installation operations.
• Demonstrated understanding of 5S and Lean principles; 5S Champion certification (or equivalent continuous improvement credential).
• Valid Forklift Truck certification.
• Valid Overhead Crane certification.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Primarily indoors during the day and occasionally at night.
• Frequently working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment.
• When outdoors, humidity is frequently above 90%
• Noise is over 85 decibels.
• Light is intense/glare.
• Occasional exposure to open fire/flames/sparks.
• Frequent exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases.
  
  

Benefits Statement

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

About Us

Oceaneering began in 1964 as a Gulf of Mexico-based diving company called World Wide Divers. Today, we are a leading global provider of engineered products and services to several industries, including energy, defense, aerospace, entertainment/theme parks, materials handling, and science and research.

We thrive by creating industry-changing technically creative solutions for the most complex operational challenges under water, on land, and in space.

At Oceaneering, we believe in managing our business in a way that promotes safety and health, the environment, and strong ethics, while supporting the communities in which we live and work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.