Subsea Trenching Equipment Technician

Our Client: International Telecom

Location: Alaska

Rotation: 6 Weeks On / 6 Weeks Off (April till October 2027)

Compensation: Competitive Compensation Package

Position Overview

Puglisevich is currently recruiting a Subsea Trenching Equipment Technician (ROV) on behalf of our client, International Telecom , to support offshore subsea cable installation and burial operations in Alaska.

This hands-on technical position focuses on the inspection, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of specialized subsea trenching and cable burial equipment, including remotely operated trenching vehicles (ROV trenchers) and associated mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Subsea Supervisor, technical personnel, and vessel crew to ensure equipment remains safe, reliable, and operationally ready throughout offshore operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on subsea trenching and cable burial equipment.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, cylinders, hoses, valves, manifolds, and fittings.
• Inspect and maintain mechanical components, including tracked drive systems, cutting chains, rock wheels, and associated trenching assemblies.
• Assist with fault-finding and maintenance of electrical components, sensors, instrumentation, and equipment control systems within the technician's competence.
• Conduct equipment inspections, functional testing, and pre- and post-deployment maintenance checks.
• Identify mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults and assist with repairs to maintain equipment reliability and operational readiness.
• Support equipment preparation, mobilization, deployment, recovery, and demobilization.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, defect lists, and equipment service histories.
• Follow established safety procedures, including risk assessments, isolation requirements, and safe maintenance practices.
• Work collaboratively with the Subsea Supervisor, technical team, and vessel crew to support safe and efficient offshore operations.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess strong mechanical aptitude and practical experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical and hydraulic equipment, along with a working knowledge of electrical systems.

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be considered an asset:

• Heavy equipment, industrial machinery, or marine mechanical maintenance.
• Hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and associated components.
• Electrical fault-finding, sensors, instrumentation, and equipment control systems.
• Tracked machinery, mechanical cutting equipment, or subsea trenching systems.
• Offshore construction, subsea cable installation, or cable burial equipment.
• Maintenance and repair of remotely operated subsea vehicles or specialized marine equipment.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, hydraulic schematics, and electrical diagrams.
• Preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, and technical troubleshooting.

A relevant trade certification, technical qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience in mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, marine, or electro-mechanical systems would be considered an asset.

Previous offshore experience and relevant offshore safety training and medical certification would also be considered assets.

Work Environment

• Offshore, vessel-based position in Alaska, USA.
• 6-week-on / 6-week-off rotational schedule.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Work in workshops, machinery spaces, and on open decks in varying weather conditions.
• Participation in equipment mobilization, maintenance, testing, deployment, and recovery activities.
• Travel and overtime may be required depending on project and vessel operations.

Important Information for Applicants

This position is specifically focused on the mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance of subsea trenching and cable burial equipment.

It is not a conventional drilling-rig subsea technician position or an ROV pilot/operator role.

Candidates with relevant backgrounds in heavy equipment maintenance, industrial mechanics, hydraulics, marine equipment maintenance, or electro-mechanical systems are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply through Puglisevich's recruitment process , highlighting their relevant mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and equipment maintenance experience.

The above is intended as a summary of the key requirements for the position and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities.

It is the objective of Puglisevich and International Telecom to ensure employment equity within the workplace. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women, and persons with disabilities having the capability, qualifications, and experience to make application for this position. Qualified residents in Newfoundland and Labrador will be given first consideration in the staffing of these positions.