MRF Technician II

SubCom; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

SubCom, a leader in subsea fiber optic cable technology, seeks skilled technicians with a strong background in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The role emphasizes fabrication, welding, and hands-on maintenance, with travel to remote locations and aboard ships.

Qualified candidates should have 8+ years of experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain security clearance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to operate heavy machinery are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of combined military & relevant work experience preferred.
• Military experience preferred.
• Solid intermediate knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-based machinery systems.
• Experience in welding, cutting, grinding, fabricating, and painting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and track depot production and QA activities, and perform depot level machinery repair, maintenance, fabrication.
• Perform administrative support activities including database record keeping, report writing & submittals, and IT-related tasks.
• Carry out required duties aboard vessels in port or underway, depending on ships location.
• Operate forklifts and CAT III cranes, rig equipment for lifting, and manage loading/unloading of cable containers.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.Position OverviewEmployees must have a strong background and working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems for daily work. Fabrication and welding experience also required. Ability to follow instructions, work unsupervised, with a sense of urgency, self-motivation and overall good work ethics while performing tasks in a safe manner. Must be able to travel periodically, and work at remote locations, ashore or aboard ship. Individual shall have a advanced understanding, and ability to use, Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook email. Must have, or be able to obtain, passport, security clearance, a forklift operator’s license and Cat 3 Crane Operator certification and rigger certification.ResponsibilitiesOversee and track depot production and QA activities, while also performing depot level machinery repair activities, maintenance, & fabrication, as well as other related work assignments, as designated by Depot Machinery Repair Facilities Manager, or Machinery Repair Facility Supervisors.Perform administrative support activities, such as manufacturing and maintenance database record keeping, report writing & submittals, computer-based training, and IT related activities.Perform required activities and job assignments while aboard vessels, both in port, and while underway, locally, or abroad depending on ships location.QualificationsHigh school degree or equivalent required.Minimum 8 years of combined military & relevant work experience preferred.Military experience preferred.Ability to provide manufacturing engineering information and provide answers to questions and requests.Possess a solid intermediate working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, pneumatic, and plc-based machinery systems.Fundamental knowledge or experience in welding, cutting, grinding, fabricating, and painting.Operate, maintain, and overhaul misc. cable machinery including Cable Haulers, Cable Drums, Transporters, DOHB, Trolley Hoists, and other types of machinery.Operate sand blasting and paint booth equipment.Assist in physical and mechanical loading and unloading cable containers.Maintain supplies and repair parts as required.Operate Forklifts and CAT III Cranes, and rig equipment for lifting when required.Ability to produce product and process reports using data collected and analyzed within our facilities operations.Use Microsoft programs to maintain manufacturing machinery history, quality assurance records, and misc. drawings and technical documentation.NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.BENEFITSSubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITYSubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.SUBCOM’S CORE VALUESQuality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation