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Temporary Offshore Oil Platform Jobs (NOW HIRING)

I & E Technician Offshore

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$105K - $155K/yr

... oil platform in close quarters - maintain satisfactory hygiene to work and live with others onboard  Lift, lower, push, and pull equipment and tools  Work in confined/restricted working ...

Crane Mechanic

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

... offshore oil platform in close quarters - maintain satisfactory hygiene to work and live with others onboard  Lift, lower, push, and pull equipment and tools  Work in confined/restricted ...

Offshore Welder

Gray, LA

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Previous experience on offshore oil & gas platforms in the Gulf region * Experience with pipe welding and structural steel fabrication * TWIC card * BOSIET and/or HUET certification * Basic rigging ...

Offshore Day Cook

Gray, LA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

This position is offshore on a oil platform, vessel, or boat. You will need to be on location overnight for the duration of a rotation of up to 28 days at a time or longer. Work hours are a minimum ...

Offshore Day Cook

Gray, LA · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

This position is offshore on a oil platform, vessel, or boat. You will need to be on location overnight for the duration of a rotation of up to 28 days at a time or longer. Work hours are a minimum ...

Offshore Day Cook

Gray, LA

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

This position is offshore on a oil platform, vessel, or boat. You will need to be on location overnight for the duration of a rotation of up to 28 days at a time or longer. Work hours are a minimum ...

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What is the difference between Temporary Offshore Oil Platform vs Drilling Rig Worker?

AspectTemporary Offshore Oil PlatformDrilling Rig Worker
CredentialsBasic safety certifications, offshore survival trainingSafety certifications, specialized drilling training
Work EnvironmentStationary platform, fixed location in open seaMobile rig, often on rotating or floating platforms
Employer & Industry UsageOil & gas companies operating offshore facilitiesDrilling contractors, oil & gas exploration firms

Both roles work offshore in the oil industry, requiring safety certifications. The main difference is that a Temporary Offshore Oil Platform is a stationary structure where various operations occur, while a Drilling Rig Worker operates on mobile or floating rigs focused on drilling activities. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right position in offshore oil and gas projects.

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I & E Technician Offshore

DCOR, LLC - BW.

Oxnard, CA • On-site

$105K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control equipment offshore.

  • Test, calibrate, and interpret electrical instruments, sensors, and schematics to ensure proper operation.

  • Install, replace, and maintain electrical wiring, conduit, motors, drives, transformers, switchgear, and control devices according to industry standards.


Job description

I & E Technician Offshore

Note: Estimated annual pay based on an hourly schedule: $105,000K to $155,000K

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Perform technical work in the maintenance of electrical systems, instrumentation, and calibration. This position requires certification as a staff I & E Technician

pursuant to company procedures, policies and industry best practices. Duties will include, but are not limited to, maintain and troubleshoot oil and gas onshore and

offshore I&E equipment, work with the Lead Operators to maintain production, and provide assistance in all maintenance programs.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

 Perform electrical maintenance and repair of facilities

 Test and calibrate of instruments and sensors, as needed

 Incorporate study courses to help in the certification process and to maintain currency

 Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair AC/DC motors, drives, transformers, switchgear, discrete/analog instruments and PLCs

 Proficiently use test instruments such as a voltmeter, ammeter, megohm meter and hart communicator

 Interpret and work from electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and NEC code specifications

 Layout, bend and run conduit

 Install, repair and/or replace electrical wiring, receptacles, switchbox, feeders, coaxial cable lighting fixtures and components.

 Size and install wire/cable, conduit, panels, junction boxes, and protective devices based on the nec.

 Conduct preventative maintenance and maintain records

 Have knowledge of lockout/tagout/EIL policies and procedures

 Have training in low and high voltage equipment

 Have ability to lay out projects, order materials and be successful in completion and startup

 Have proficiency in industrial control logic (ladder logic)

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Must be qualified under applicable regulations and required fit testing

 Required to wear personal protective equipment which may include self-contained breathing apparatus

 Prolonged periods of standing, bending, sitting, kneeling, and crawling

 Work on an offshore oil platform in close quarters – maintain satisfactory hygiene to work and live with others onboard

 Lift, lower, push, and pull equipment and tools

 Work in confined/restricted working environment

 Work at elevated heights, in enclosed spaces and on uneven walk surfaces

 Climb ladders, stairs, and ramps

 Operate rotating equipment and machinery safely to maintain production processes

 Operate power, pneumatic hand tools

 Ability to work varying (day and night) shifts, additional hours and/or overtime depending operation service needs

 Have a sufficient ability to communicate, through sight, hearing, and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions

 Concentrate and focus to monitor and observe for safety and environmental issues, including, for example, hazardous gas leaks and oil spills

 Analyze and respond promptly to safety and environmental issues in a sound and timely manner

 Physically fit to perform physical assessment

 Obtain and maintain Swing Rope Certification

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

 High School diploma or equivalent

 5 to 10+ years of previous, relevant experience in electrical systems and motor driven equipment

 Relevant experience with mechanical equipment

 Physically fit to perform physical assessment