Field Service Technician

KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m̶

PTO and holidays

STD/LTD coverage

Life insurance

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

HSA and FSA

Employee discounts

Job summary

KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. is seeking 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 and vessel classes.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, operating test equipment, and documenting results. Travel and overtime may be required; DoD clearance is a must. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or industrial school certificate preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET clearance.
• Must pass drug screening, physical exam, and background check for access to Navy installations.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport.
• Willingness to travel, including overseas assignments.
• Must be available to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business demands.
• Must be available for on-call emergency tasks.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. At KITCO Fiber Optics, we are a leading provider of fiber optic termination products and consulting services to the military and commercial communications industry. We specialize in the design and fabrication of fiber optic tools, tool kits, and custom cable assemblies. We also produce private label kits for a number of major connector manufacturers and sell our own broad line of products. Our field services division also performs on‑site termination, splicing, troubleshooting and testing support, and our training division provides hands‑on training and certification programs. We are recognized within the defense industry as fiber optic connectivity experts and, for over 20 years, have customized our products and services to meet strict military standards. We are a proud part of Marmon Aerospace and Defense Group, a Berkshire Hathaway Company.

Position Summary

KITCO Fiber Optics is seeking skilled and motivated Field Services Technicians to join our Technical Services team in Norfolk, VA. In this role, you will perform fiber optic termination, testing, troubleshooting, blown fiber installation/removal, and splicing support across a variety of shipboard systems and vessel classes.

Key Responsibilities

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

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or industrial school certificate preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET clearance
• Must pass drug screening, physical exam, and background check for access to Navy installations
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport.
• Willingness to travel, including overseas assignments
• Must be available to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business demands.
• Must be available for on‑call emergency tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of practical shipboard experience
• Background in electronics or fiber optics (Navy IC/ET/AT/EM rates or trade school graduate)
• NAVSEA fiber optic certification or ability to quickly certify per Navy Standard Item 009-73 and MIL-STD-2042
• Experience installing, terminating, and inspecting fiber optic cable assemblies onboard U.S. Navy ships
• Proficiency with optical test equipment and interpreting customer wiring lists
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair cable assemblies to meet military standards
• Strong documentation skills for maintaining inspection and test records

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, stretch, reach, squat, and twist for extended periods
• Capable of lifting, carrying, and transporting equipment and boxes weighing 30 lbs or more
• Comfortable working on ladders, in confined spaces, and aboard ships in industrial environments
• Must be able to work in conditions involving heat, humidity, noise, and exposure to dust or dirt
• Able to work aloft or over the sides of vessels when required

Benefits

We are committed to supporting our employees with a competitive and well‑rounded benefits package our offerings include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Short‑term and long‑term disability (STD/LTD) coverage
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee discounts and more!

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice.

KITCO Fiber Optics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor committed to affirmative action and nondiscrimination in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.