Shipboard Fiber Optics Technician — Hands-On Upgrades

Insight Global

Chesapeake (VA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Paid time off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Shipboard Fiber Optics Technician to support cable installation and modernization projects aboard Navy and maritime vessels. You will perform hands-on shipboard work including pulling, routing, terminating, and securing fiber optic and copper cabling, building connectors, and supporting electrical and communications system upgrades.

Specialized fiber optic training will be provided. Opportunities to travel to customer sites nationwide exist once productive.

Qualifications

3+ years shipboard electrical experience required.
Active Secret Clearance required.
Experience pulling, routing and installing cable aboard ships.
Ability to perform hands-on work in industrial environments.
Willingness to obtain fiber optic certifications and complete training.
Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform shipboard fiber and copper cabling installation, termination and securement.
Build connectors and support electrical and communications upgrades aboard vessels.
Support modernization projects on Navy and maritime platforms.
Travel to customer sites nationwide as projects require.