Fiber Optic Electrician

The Fiber Optic Electrician must have (25) or more years of experience in the electrical field – Industrial, Marine or Commercial Nuclear applications.

Required Skills

Must have extensive knowledge of fiber systems onboard aircraft carriers and submarines.

Experienced in troubleshooting, repair, operation, installation, test, and checkout of Navy Ship or shore fiber optic systems in accordance with NAVSEA specifications.

Demonstrates proficiency in fiber optic connector building to including STs, SCs, and LCs on conventional and functional blown optical fiber/fusion splicing.

Has constructed IT Rooms and components including racks, patch panels, and cabinets

Experienced with identifying issues with fiber using a laser.

Proficient in identifying and installation/removal of fiber optic interconnection box (FOICB) equipment or parts requiring simple hand tools.

Possess extensive technical skills to work independently and to provide guidance to entry level installers/technicians

Performed work in nuclear propulsion plants and power generation systems

Must be proficient in reading and interpreting shipboard electrical installation drawings, wiring tables, schematics, and work packages.

Possess extensive knowledge of electrical components and schematic symbols in a system

Highly competent in reading and utilizing test procedures and work documents

Proficient in the use of basic fiber meters and test instruments (Tempo. OTDR).

Must be knowledgeable in lockout/tag out and hazardous energy control procedures.

Proficient in reading schematics and determine the cause of the fault in the system drawings and components.

Proficient in the use of basic electrician hand tools (i.e. Pliers, wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, connector crimping tools, etc.)

Physically able to climb vertical and inclined stairs and ladders, crawl, bend, stoop, work at heights, and work in confined spaces.

Able to obtain a clearance (Secret/Confidential)