Field Services Technician
$18.90/h-$23.10/h
KITCO Fiber Optics2 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeMid
Summary
KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. is seeking a Field Services Technician to join their Technical Services team in Norfolk, VA. The role involves performing fiber optic termination, testing, troubleshooting, and installation across various shipboard systems.
About the Role
As a Field Services Technician, you will be responsible for terminating, testing, and troubleshooting fiber optic cable assemblies, installing and removing blown optical fiber systems, and performing splicing tasks on shipboard fiber optic networks. You will also read and interpret technical drawings, operate optical test equipment, document results, and maintain test equipment while working in diverse environments and traveling as needed.
About You
Required:
- 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.
Preferred:
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.
KITCO Fiber Optics
Provider of fiber optic connecterization products, training & technical field services to the defense industry as well as commercial entities. KITCO supports defense contractors such as General Dynamics, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Boeing, L3 Communications; as well as NASA and armed forces worldwide.
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