Marine Electrical Technician

Red Seal Electrician | Marine Electrician | ETO (Shoreside Role)

Vancouver, BC Full-Time

Job Overview

Pacific Yacht Systems Inc. (PYS) is a Vancouver-based marine electrical and electronics company providing professional services to recreational vessels throughout the Lower Mainland and coastal British Columbia.

We are currently hiring a full-time Marine Electrical Technician . This role is well-suited for:

- Marine electricians :

- Red Seal electricians transitioning into marine work

- Electrical Technical Officers (ETOs) from the merchant marine seeking a permanent shoreside position

This is a hands-on, technical role focused on troubleshooting, installation, and system upgrades — not repetitive production work.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Install, troubleshoot, and service marine AC and DC electrical systems :

- Work with battery banks (including lithium) , chargers, alternators, and inverters

- Diagnose and repair electrical distribution, grounding, and fault issues

- Install and service marine electronics (navigation, communication, entertainment)

- Integrate solar and charging systems :

- Perform system upgrades designed for safety, reliability, and performance

- Work independently at marinas across the city using a fully stocked PYS service van

No two jobs are the same.

A Note for Electrical Technical Officers (ETOs)

If you are an ETO from the merchant marine , this position is a strong fit:

- Your experience with complex shipboard electrical systems translates directly
- Your troubleshooting, safety, and documentation skills are highly valued
- This is a shoreside role — no sailings, rotations,



or time away at sea

Several of our most successful technicians have come from ETO backgrounds.

Who We’re Looking For

We value strong electrical fundamentals, good judgment, and pride in workmanship .

You may be:

- An experienced marine electrical technician :

- A Red Seal electrician with solid diagnostic experience

- An ETO looking for a long-term shoreside electrical role

Required Skills & Qualifications

- Solid AC/DC electrical troubleshooting skills
- High attention to detail and quality workmanship
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
- Professional communication with clients and team members
- Valid BC driver’s license and clean driving record
- Personal electrical tool kit
- Fluent spoken and written English

Assets (Not Required) :

- Marine electrical experience
- Knowledge of ABYC and NMEA standards
- Red Seal certification
- ETO certification

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation based on experience and skill
- Interesting, non-repetitive technical work
- Exposure to advanced marine electrical and electronic systems
- Supportive, professional, quality-focused team
- Long-term career stability in a specialized trade
- Skill growth and increasing responsibility over time

How to Apply

Please submit:

- Your resume outlining relevant experience

- A short, non-generic cover letter explaining:

- Why this type of work appeals to you

- Why you’re interested in joining Pacific Yacht Systems

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $35.00-$48.00 per hour

Benefits :

- Extended health care

Language :

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Marine Electrical Technician (Eto Shoreside) (Vancouver)
🏢 Pacific Yacht Systems
📍 Vancouver