Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world's most innovative companies to create a more connected world? Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe
- SubCom has deployed over 50% of them.
Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you're new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. Position Overview Working directly for under the MRF Manager, the Machinery Repair Facility (MRF) Supervisor will have the knowledge and ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of any level MRF Technician, as well as maintain the added authority and responsibility to supervise and direct all of the specialized maintenance technicians within the MRF department during daily work . The MRF Supervisor will have extensive knowledge, skills and experience regarding this specialized equipment and understands the critical role it performs regarding its unique purpose. The MRF Supervisors must have an extremely strong background and working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems for daily work, as well as fabrication and welding experience. Ability to lead others safely, provide clear work instructions, work unsupervised, make timely critical decisions, and be self-motivated with an overall good work ethic while performing all assigned tasks. Must be able to travel and work at remote locations. Individual shall have advanced understanding of our program's inventory of equipment and machinery. The ability to use Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, and Outlook email. Must have, or be able to obtain, passport, security clearance, a forklift operator's license and Cat 3 Crane Operator certification and rigger certification. Responsibilities Supervisor will monitor the installation, repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance work of these technicians while at the depot repair facility or while aboard ships, at various shipyards and other designated locations worldwide. Supervise and oversee actives of technicians conducting shop level cable handling machinery repair activities, maintenance, & fabrication, as well as other related work assignments, as designated by Depots Machinery Repair Facilities Manager. Perform administrative support activities, such as computer-based training, database record keeping, report writing, and other IT related activities. Supervise and assist with equipment repairs aboard vessels, both in port, and while underway, locally, or abroad depending on ships location. Execute planned, scheduled, and directed daily work activities within timelines and available personnel. Travel will be required to support mission requirements. Qualifications High school degree or equivalent required. Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience. Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience. Prior Military/Military Mechanical /Technical Engineering experience as plus. Minimum 15 years of recent experience refurbishing and/or rebuilding cable handling machinery and associated cable handling equipment and marine systems. Possess advanced working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, pneumatic, and plc-based machinery systems. Shipboard systems knowledge as plus. Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems drawings, and schematics Working knowledge of design and fabrication materials. Knowledge or experience in welding, cutting, grinding, fabricating, and painting. Operate and maintain building plant equipment as well, such as boilers/heating/HVAC systems. Operate, maintain, and overhaul misc. cable machinery including Cable Haulers, Cable Drums, Transporters, DOHB, Trolley Hoists, and other types of machinery. Understand operational processes of sand blasting and paint booth equipment. Assist in physical and mechanical loading and unloading cable containers. Verify material to support repairs/overhauls of equipment has been identified and ordered to meet production schedules. Operate Forklifts and CAT III Cranes, and rig equipment for lifting when required. Use Microsoft programs to maintain machinery history, quality assurance records, and misc. drawings and technical documentation. Forklift Operator and Crane Operator/Rigger certification. Candidate will have to perform in an
ISO-9000
rated company in a rapidly changing and demanding atmosphere. Must be able to obtain security clearance.
NOTE :
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law. Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.
BENEFITS
SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY
SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation. SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables
- the unsung heroes of global communication.
With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.
SUBCOM'S CORE VALUES
Quality
- Accountability
- Teamwork
- Innovation
