Shipboard Communications Cabling Technician

Job Summary

Responsible for implementation, coordination, installation, and/or oversight of a wide variety of activities for complex network cable wiring systems for voice, data, and video.

About the role

Waveguide Communications services the cruise ship industry, requiring our Marine Operations Technicians to travel all over the world. These Technicians (both contractors and employees) are therefore required to have, at minimum, the requirements listed below and/or must be able to comply.

Responsibilities

• Be able to travel outside the U.S. for periods of 1-2 weeks or 1-2 months.
• Be financially self-sufficient to support yourself for discretionary spending as well as incidental (reimbursable) business expenses.
• Possess a credit card and a U.S. bank account (WGC transfers pay and expenses electronically into your accounts).
• Be able to pass 7-yr background check through local Port Authorities.
• Be in possession of or able to obtain the TWIC card (non-paid by WGC).
• Be able to obtain applicable PORT badge - regular fees paid by WGC, late fees are on own.
• Be in possession of a U.S. Passport (U.S. Citizens).
• Be in possession of a certified Birth Certificate (U.S. Citizens).
• Be in possession of a valid Social Security Card (U.S. Citizens).
• Be in possession of a valid Driver License, Florida or other State (U.S. Citizens).
• Be in possession of a valid Passport of your country of origin (Non-U.S. Citizens).
• Be in possession of a valid Green Card or other ID indicating legal status to work in the United States (Non-U.S. Citizens).
• Be in possession of a valid Social Security card (Non-U.S. Citizens).
• Be in possession of a valid Driver License, Florida or other State (Non-U.S. Citizens).
• Preferable own a laptop and must be computer literate.
• Ability to email family by email is more cost effective as compared to internationally telephone charges.
• Possess a cell phone to maintain contact when travelling.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English (Recommended for all techs).
• Military Personnel preferred (Only non-smokers need apply).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by either associate’s degree in related field or vocational training in applicable field or 3 to 5 years of experience which includes required skills, knowledge and abilities.
• Must be able to operate a variety of equipment and tools including diagnostic and testing equipment, hand tools and power tools.
• Must be able to lift objects up to 75 lbs and be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally.
• Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Must be able to climb and work on tall ladders up to 100 ft in air.
• Must be able to work on miscellaneous types of lifts, etc. up to 250 ft in air.
• Must be able to work on your feet for periods in excess of 8 hrs, including walking and standing.
• Requires the ability to utilize basic mathematics (add, subtract, multiply divide, utilize decimals and percentages, measure, etc).
• Requires the ability to read a variety of correspondences, manuals, instructions, journals, etc.
• Must be able to prepare and complete forms, reports, documentation, etc.
• Requires the ability to speak and signal people to convey or exchange information, including receiving instructions assignments or directions from superiors.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons under stress; able to deal with interpersonal temperament.
• Requires the ability to talk and hear and to communicate via telephone, etc.
• Must be able to differentiate between specific colors and shades of colors on cable wires, etc.
• Must be able to properly dress and represent self in a business-like manner.
• Should have basic hand-tools for installation of data cabling systems and have fiber optic hand-tools.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of cabling infrastructure and electronic components required for networking.
• Considerable knowledge of fire stoppage regulations, EIA/TIA codes, BICSI standards, etc.
• Ability to install structure cabling components that meet the needs of the system.
• Ability to read construction drawings, schematic diagrams, and system-defined infrastructure standards.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records.

Skills

• Knowledge of waveguide communications systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain fiber-optic cables.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Basic understanding of electrical and electronic components.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Benefits

Travel opportunities worldwide, competitive compensation package, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate travel and work requirements.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.