Electrical/Control Systems Technician: Ship's Electrical Specialist 2024 Pool

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Department Ship Operations (OAS) Classification Title Electrical/Control System Tech Job Title Electrical/Control Systems Technician: Ship's Electrical Specialist 2024 Pool Appointment Type Classified Staff Job Location Newport Benefits Eligible Dependent: Hours Worked/Duration Remote or Hybrid option? Employment Category Intermittent Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill future full-time, hourly, intermittent, limited duration or regular status (as needed) Ship's Electrical Specialist positions in the Ship Operations unit within the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University.

The Ship's Electrical Specialist will be committed to following safe working practices and be responsible for the continued operation and maintenance of the ships electronic and control systems on the R/V Taani. This includes systems for ship propulsion, navigation, power management, and overboard handling systems integral to continued ship operations and science missions. R/V Taani is a new and heavily automated vessel requiring significant development of procedures, documentation of issues, and electronic and in-person communication with internal and external stakeholders and vendors.

The Electrical Specialist reports to the Chief Engineer on the ship, and they will be required to employ a certain level of autonomy and independence when it comes to their work schedule and task priorities. They will be an on-call day worker who is outside the engineer watch schedule and responsible for maintaining their own workload.

The College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences is an internationally recognized leader in the study of the Earth as an integrated system. It operates numerous state-of-the art laboratories and three oceanographic research vessels, the 199-foot ocean going Taani and the 54-foot coastal research vessel Elakha. The College has an annual budget of more than $50 million, with support coming from the National Science Foundation, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Aeronautics and Space Administration and other federal agencies. It has more than 100 faculty, 200 graduate students and 600 undergraduate students. Graduate programs include M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Ocean, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences; Geology; and Geography and a M.S. degree in Marine Resource Management. The college has undergraduate programs in Earth Sciences and Environmental Sciences, with several minors and certificate programs.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine county. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

55% - Maintains electrical systems related to electronic navigation aids, radio communication, dynamic positioning, PLC's, operational technology sensors, onboard computers and networking, high voltage, engine plant automation, safety and security systems, ships electric motors, and any other systems relying on electricity on the vessel. Updates computer maintenance management system and other records upon service or repair of ship's electrical machinery and equipment.

20% -Develops and maintains critical documentation and the tracking and reporting of routine inspections and preventative maintenance of all ship systems responsible for. Provides additional assistance to chief engineer and assistant engineers in handling routine work items and inspections, especially as they relate to electrical systems. Also assists in the installation and at-sea repair of overboard handling systems under the direction of more senior engineering personnel and marine technicians.

10% - Coordinates with shore support and company technicians for work on shipboard electrical equipment.

10% - Assigns tasks to accomplish prescribed work, gives direction concerning work procedures, communicates standards of work, reviews work of employees for conformance to standards, provides informal assessment of workers performance to supervisor.

5% - Actively participates in shipboard drills and emergency training, including training ashore. Maintains firefighting and safety equipment, and fights fires, administering First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) when required. Other duties as assigned.

What We Require

Two years of journey-level experience planning, designing, installing, and maintaining building pneumatic electronic, and electrical control and distribution systems and possession of one of the following Oregon Electrician's Licenses appropriate to the work to be performed:

• General Supervising Electrician License

• General Journeyman Electrician License

What You Will Need

For research vessel-based positions, the following may be substituted for an Oregon Electrician's License:

• Qualified Member of the Engineering Department (QMED) with either electrician/refrigeration or junior engineer endorsements, or better license issued by the U.S. Coast Guard AND Electro Technical Rating endorsement or higher

Other Additional Required Qualifications:

• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• Valid STCW Medical Certificate.

• STCW endorsements as appropriate for the position.

• Ability to obtain a passport.

• Meet U.S. Coast Guard drug testing requirements.

• Ability to speak, read, and write English.

• Ability to work autonomously managing ship critical electrical and control systems.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Engineers license with Electro Technical Officer endorsement.

• Mechanical/Marine/Electrical Engineering degree or 5 years' experience with electromechanical systems and automation controls

• Prior research vessel experience or similar experience with winch controls and Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS).

• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and inclusion.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

The employee in this position is required to work on board OSU operated research vessels at sea on research cruises that may last from one day to three weeks or more before returning to port, in ocean and weather conditions which are highly variable. The incumbent must not be incapacitated by sea-sickness.

The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 40 pounds is required.

Ship Operations is a seven day per week operation; therefore, weekend and holiday work may be required. Shift and/or work assignment may change based on operational needs.

In the event of health risks to the working environment while at sea, Ship Operations may need to require quarantine periods and other health & safety requirements before employees join the vessel or begin work at sea to ensure continuity of business operations.

Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th

• 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min Salary $29.96 Max Salary $45.97 Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/135348

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P04477CT Number of Vacancies Various Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/01/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date 02/01/2025 Posting Date 11/01/2023 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 10/31/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

If you are using relevant volunteer experience to meet minimum qualifications, please include this information in the Employment History section of the application.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

In order to maintain an active status within the pool, applicants will need to reapply annually.

Should you no longer wish to remain an applicant for this posting please login and withdraw your application from this posting. Use caution as you will not be able to reapply until the next year.

Please Note: Applicants are contacted only when a need to fill the Ships Electrical Specialist position(s) arises.

For additional information please contact:

Mathurin Fogg

Mathurin.Fogg@oregonstate.edu

541-867-0168

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

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