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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: 16px\">Position Title: Fiber Optics Technician III</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: 16px\">Work Location: Chesapeake, VA <br>FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt<br>REQ#26_01056H3</span></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">Summary of duties</span></span><span style=\"font-size: 18px\"> – </span><span>Position requires a demonstrated knowledge of the principles of photonics, fiber optics for shipboard and/or shore installations, shop practices/procedures and supervision. Must have the ability to apply advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that typically cannot be solved by referencing manufacturers manuals or similar documents.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Possess a demonstrated knowledge of working from blueprints, drawings, technical manuals, handbooks, other technical documentation and understanding/applying the principles of creating red line drawings.</span></li>\n<li><span>Possess Superior knowledge in the troubleshooting, repair, operation, installation, test and checkout of Navy ship or shore fiber optic systems in accordance with NAVSEA specifications.</span></li>\n<li><span>Possess a demonstrated proficiency in fiber optic connector building to include STs, SCs, FCs, LCs, on conventional fiber and furcated blown optical fiber (BOF) and common Measurement Quality Jumpers (MQJs).</span></li>\n<li><span>Demonstrate a proficiency in shipboard and submarine fusion splice tray set up of all variations (6- and 10-inch tray, conventional, furcated, and 5mm reduction methods)</span></li>\n<li><span>Demonstrate advanced skills required to support installation of the M28876 line of connector products from all of the main industry manufacturers including four, eight and 31 channel connectors, 12 channel hermaphroditic connectors, Deutsch MC3/MK-II and M38999 connectors and back shells.</span></li>\n<li><span>Possess the level of termination skills required to produce passing Telcordia end face geometry requirements as measured by an interferometer. </span></li>\n<li><span>Be able to lead all aspects of Blown Optical Fiber (BOF) installation teams and possess a superior knowledge of BOF installation drawings.</span></li>\n<li><span>Be able to lead fiberoptic cable/connector testing teams using common instruments such as VFLs, DB loss, return loss (back reflection) meters, OTDRs, and interferometers.</span></li>\n<li><span>Be able to lead a cable crew and perform IAW standard cable installation and 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You will experience temperature variations, extremely loud noises, and other physical hazards.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Company Overview:</span><br><span>Prism Maritime is a premier maritime service provider for Alteration Installation Team (AIT) and Modernization related Services in support of US Maritime and Shore-based clients. Prism Maritime is a privately held business headquartered in Chesapeake, VA, with offices in San Diego and Ventura, CA.  Established in 2006, Prism Maritime currently employs over 350 professionals and maintains an ISO 9001-2015 certified Quality Management System. </span><br><br><span>Prism Maritime is an EEO/AA employer.  We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. </span><br><br><span>If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment with us, please email [email protected] or call:  757-460-8800.</span><br><br><span>To Apply: Visit </span><a href=\"http://www.prismmaritime.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.prismmaritime.com</a><span> and click on Careers&gt;Job Openings </span><br><br><span>All applications are active for 90 calendar days.  After 90 days you must re-apply to still be considered for this position.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>",
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