Field Service Technician

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•National City, CA

7d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

KITCO Fiber Optics is seeking skilled and motivated Field Services Technicians to join its Technical Services team in National City, California. The role supports shipboard systems and vessel classes through fiber optic termination, testing, troubleshooting, blown fiber installation and removal, and splicing support. KITCO Fiber Optics is a provider of fiber optic termination products and consulting services to the military and commercial communications industries. Its work includes designing and fabricating fiber optic tools, tool kits, and custom cable assemblies, as well as on-site termination, splicing, troubleshooting, testing, training, and certification services. KITCO is part of Marmon Aerospace and Defense Group, within Marmon Holdings, a Berkshire Hathaway company.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or industrial school certificate is 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.
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 pounds 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.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of practical shipboard experience.
Background in electronics or fiber optics, such as Navy IC/ET/AT/EM rates or trade school graduation.
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.

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 the business.