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Entry Level Offshore Electrical Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm ... Performs job of installing and maintaining any of a variety of electrical equipment within the ...

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How much do entry level offshore electrical jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level offshore electrical in the United States is $86,381.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $103,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Offshore Electrical vs Entry Level Offshore Electrical Technician?

AspectEntry Level Offshore ElectricalEntry Level Offshore Electrical Technician
CertificationsBasic electrical safety and offshore safety certificationsSame as Entry Level Offshore Electrical, often including basic technical certifications
Work EnvironmentOffshore platforms, oil rigs, marine environmentsSimilar offshore environments, often working alongside electrical roles
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with electrical installations, maintenance, and safety checksPerforming basic electrical tasks, troubleshooting, and supporting electrical teams
Employer & Industry UsageOil & gas, renewable energy, maritime industriesSame industries, often as entry-level support roles

Both roles involve working in offshore environments with similar certifications and industry usage. The main difference is that 'Electrical Technician' may imply a slightly more technical focus, but at the entry level, responsibilities and qualifications are quite comparable.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Offshore Electrical job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 61% Physical, 32% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,381 per year, or $41.5 per hour.
ETX-FIELD.IRCS TECHNICIAN III

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


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Job Description
Responsibilities include troubleshooting and commissioning Rig control systems and integrated rig equipment on drilling rigs in the assigned geographic region.
Responsibilities
Assist higher level tech with troubleshooting rig control systems. Assist higher level tech with commissioning rig control systems. Troubleshoot simple electrical issues on rig control systems. Commission generators Fix complex issues with generator controls Fix complex issues with VFD drives and controls Calibrate sensors via HMI Program all generator control components Fix issues with automated drilling functions Commission and troubleshoot revit Commission and troubleshoot rockit Extensive travel to customer locations (land and offshore). Providing 24 hour on-call technical support while on rotation. Customer relations and field sales of CANRIG products and services. Maintain company issued tools and be knowledgeable and skillful in the use of these tools. Compliance with safety standards, regulations, reporting and certifications. Complete required paperwork, documentation and billing accurately and timely. Utilization of time management. Compliance with Level III IRCS Competence Assessment Management System requirements and required entry level training.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 4-7 years- experience in the drilling industry. Must be computer literate, have ability to analyze and report to management, and able to multi-task. LANGUAGE SKILLS Fluent in English. Ability to read and write, comprehend complex instructions, write short correspondence, and memos. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and compute percentages. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of using Microsoft word and exel. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Driver's License PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Advanced training in Microsoft Office Associates Degree or advanced training Basic knowledge of Oil & Gas industry
About Us
Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.
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