Fiber Optic Field Service Technician — Shipboard Specialist

Marmon Holdings, Inc.

Norfolk (VA)

On-site

USD 58,000 - 78,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 5%

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA

Employee discounts

Job summary

KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. seeks skilled Field Services Technicians to join our Technical Services team in Norfolk, VA. You will perform fiber optic termination, testing, troubleshooting, blown fiber installation/removal, and splicing support across shipboard systems.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, operating optical test equipment, and documenting results per customer requirements while traveling as needed. A DoD clearance and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED or industrial certificate preferred.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD SECRET clearance.
Pass drug screening, physical exam and background check for Navy access.
Willingness to travel, including overseas assignments.

Responsibilities

Terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable assemblies.
Install and remove blown optical fiber systems onboard ships.
Perform splicing and support tasks on shipboard fiber optic networks.
Read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
Operate optical test equipment to verify cable performance.
Document test results in accordance with customer requirements.
Maintain and calibrate termination and test equipment.
Work in shipboard environments including confined spaces and varying temperatures.
Travel domestically and internationally as needed.