What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Service Technician position at KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc.?
KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent. KITCO Fiber Optics, a Marmon Holdings Company, is searching for Fiber Optics Service Technicians for our Norfolk, VA. Technical Services branch. Service Technicians perform fiber optic termination, testing, troubleshooting, blown optical fiber installation/removal, and splicing support on a variety of systems and a variety of ship classes. KITCO Fiber Optics is searching for Fiber Optics Service Technicians for our Norfolk, VA. Technical Services branch. Service Technicians perform fiber optic termination, testing, troubleshooting, blown optical fiber installation/removal, and splicing support on a variety of systems and a variety of ship classes. Requirements: Must possess a high school diploma, GED or industrial school certificate Must possess or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance Must be able to pass a drug test, physical and background check for access to Navy bases, vessels, and other shipyards servicing Navy vessels Ability to read, understand and follow customer work item requirements, drawings, and wiring diagrams Must be able to walk, stand for long periods of time, sit, bend, stretch, reach, squat and twist Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, and in confined spaces Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise, and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. Must be willing to travel within and outside of the continental United States Must have a current U.S passport or ability to obtain one Desired requirement: 3-5 years of practical shipboard experience Electronics field related. Navy IC/ET/AT/EM rated technician or Trade school graduate NAVSEA fiber optic certification or ability to quickly certify in fiber optic connectorization and inspection of shipboard cable assemblies per Navy Standard Item 009-73 and MIL-STD-2042 Understand and follow customer work item instructions, drawings and cable routing diagrams to install fiber optic cable assemblies onboard US Navy Ships Use customer wiring list drawings for termination of fiber optic connectors in accordance with Military Standards and NAVY Standard Items Use optical test equipment in conjunction with customer wiring list drawings and NAVY Standard Items for performing in-process and final test of installed and terminated cable assemblies Troubleshoot and repair damaged or non-conforming cable assemblies as necessary to ensure full compliance with customer specifications and requirements Document and maintain detailed test and inspection records for all cable assemblies tested and inspected Ensure proper setup and calibration of all termination and test equipment. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. 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 careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying. With more than 100 autonomous manufacturing and service businesses, Marmon Holdings, Inc. may be the biggest company you’ve never heard of. Part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., Marmon is a global industrial organization comprising 11 diverse groups with 20,000-plus employees and $10 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in every industry we serve, Marmon companies have earned a great degree of independence. And our people thrive on an entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, our group structure gives every Marmon company access to the expertise of other Marmon companies serving the same or related markets and customers – all with the support of the entire Marmon organization. Working together, we become something more than the sum of our parts. We become the most reliable solution provider for a broad range of industries and customers worldwide. In every case, Marmon’s success is due to our people. People with talent, drive and high ethical standards. People who are following their passions and building their careers across Marmon. Want to learn and perfect your craft? Want to sharpen your skills while helping to solve challenges for our customers and our world? Looking for a chance to grow within – or perhaps outside – your field? Find a Marmon company that matches your passion. 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