Hostmost Marine Services is a leading marine communications and navigation service provider, with depots and service teams in Canada, China, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Singapore.

To better support our customers on the West Coast, we are expanding our technical service coverage in British Columbia and the Pacific region. We are looking for a motivated Junior / Trainee Marine Electronics Technician who is interested in building a long-term technical career in the marine industry.

This is a field service role supporting vessels, ports, shipyards, customer sites, training, and field service activities across the West Coast region, with a hybrid working arrangement. Technicians are required to report to the office on a roster basis. Candidates based in British Columbia or the Greater Vancouver area are encouraged to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY

This is an entry-to-intermediate level technical role for someone with a background in electronics, electrical systems, automation, instrumentation, radio communications, telecom, marine engineering, or a related field.

The successful candidate will receive training and mentorship in marine navigation and communication systems, including radar, ECDIS, gyrocompass, autopilot, GMDSS, VHF/MF/HF radio, AIS, BNWAS, VDR, speed log, echo sounder, satcom, and related bridge electronics.

The ideal candidate does not need to have full marine electronics experience on day one. However, they must be reliable, organized, safety-conscious, hands-on, and eager to learn.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Assist with service, installation, troubleshooting, inspection, and commissioning of marine communication and navigation equipment.
- Support senior technicians during vessel attendances, shipyard work, customer visits, and technical inspections.
- Learn to diagnose electrical, electronic, cabling, interface, network, and communication issues.
- Read and follow OEM manuals, wiring diagrams, service bulletins, and internal work instructions.
- Prepare job notes, photos, parts lists, and draft service reports.




- Keep service coordinators and internal teams updated on job progress.
- Maintain tools, test equipment, safety gear, and technical documentation.
- Participate in internal and manufacturer training.
- Follow company safety procedures, vessel safety requirements, and customer site rules.
- Travel to ports, vessels, shipyards, and customer sites as required.
- Gradually develop the ability to complete service work independently.

REQUIREMENTS

- Diploma, certificate, apprenticeship, degree, or hands-on experience in electronics, electrical systems, automation, instrumentation, radio communications, telecom, marine engineering, or a related technical field.
- Strong interest in marine electronics, shipboard systems, or field-service work.
- Basic understanding of electrical/electronic troubleshooting.
- Ability to read or learn to read wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and service instructions.
- Comfortable using or learning to use basic test equipment such as multimeters.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to document work carefully.
- Reliable, organized, and able to follow instructions.
- Good communication skills and willingness to ask questions when needed.
- Strong computer literacy, including MS Office and Outlook.
- Good English communication skills, both oral and written.
- Valid driver's licence and ability to travel to ports, shipyards, vessels, and customer sites.
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Previous experience in marine, industrial, automation, aviation, military, telecom, radio, electrical, or field-service environments.
- Experience with low-voltage systems, cabling, soldering, terminations, networking, or instrumentation.




- Familiarity with NMEA, serial communication, Ethernet, Modbus, CAN bus, or similar communication protocols is an asset.
- Experience working with vessels, shipyards, or industrial customers is an asset.
- Ability to speak additional languages is an asset.

TRAVEL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

- Comfortable working at heights and in elevated environments, including onboard vessels and in shipyard settings.
- Willing and able to travel within Canada and internationally for service assignments and technical training.
- Willing to attend comprehensive overseas training programs that may last several weeks or longer.
- Able to work onboard vessels, in shipyards, ports, workshops, and other industrial environments.
- Flexible availability is required based on vessel schedules and service needs.
- The role may involve evenings, weekends, statutory holidays, and irregular hours.
- Eligible overtime will be paid at the applicable overtime rate.

CANDIDATE PROFILE We are looking for someone who is dependable, organized, hands-on, and willing to learn. The successful candidate should be open to training, feedback, and continuous improvement. This role is best suited for someone who wants to grow into a specialized marine electronics service technician role over time.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume.

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Are you comfortable working at heights and in elevated environments?
- Are you willing and able to travel internationally for technical training that may last several weeks or longer?

Experience:
- Electronics/electrical training: 1 year (required)
- Hands-on repair, wiring, or testing: 1 year (preferred)

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burnaby, BC

📌 Junior/Trainee Marine Electronics Technician (Burnaby)
🏢 Hostmost Marine Services
📍 Burnaby