Crown Innovations, Inc. ยท 3 months ago
Fiber Optics Transmission Systems (FOTS) Technician
Ontario, CA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$32.41/hr - $49.02/hrCrown Innovations, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and skilled FOTS Technician to join their team, which involves 100% travel to various geographical locations within the United States. The role requires a strong understanding of electronics and communications systems, as well as the ability to perform physical installation tasks and potentially lead installation projects.
Air TransportationGovernmentService Industry
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive surveys: You'll map existing airport cable loops, identifying manholes, conduits, and building entry points to inform new fiber optic path designs
Collaborate and communicate: You'll work closely with team members, field engineers, airport personnel, FAA technicians, and various contractors/vendors
Ensure safety and compliance: Adherence to all airport badging, TSA, and security requirements, including confined space protocols, is paramount. You will be a point of contact for confined space needs, and you'll coordinate all crew badging and training
Maintain equipment: You'll manage inventory and ensure proper calibration and repair of FOTS survey equipment (primarily a Team Lead responsibility)
Report progress: You'll provide regular status updates (daily, weekly, or monthly, depending on your role) to team leads and program managers
Lead and direct (Team Lead): If you're a Team Lead, you'll oversee survey progress, manage budgetary issues, coordinate crew badging and training, and direct work assignments in support of the lead engineer's scope of work
Qualification
Required
For lead position, Associate's Degree or completion of a 2-year training/certification program in a relevant field, and/or equivalent work experience
For Journeyman, any field experience is a plus
Experience installing, terminating, and testing fiber
Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Ability to stand, sit, or crouch in one position for extended periods
Ability to lift and move objects up to 75 lbs
Ability to move objects up to 350 lbs. with the use of a hand truck or pallet jack
Ability to occasionally perform assigned work under severe time restraints
In good physical condition and able to pass a physical fitness assessment if required
Team player with the ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment
Must have access to credit for travel expenses, which are reimbursed on a weekly voucher system
Must be able to obtain a security clearance
Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a valid driver's license
Must be able to work non-standard hours depending on site requirements
Preferred
Trimble-type GPS recorder
Air samplers
High voltage detectors
Cable locators and metal detectors
Thorough understanding in the use of manual and power tools
Backhoe operator
Benefits
Matching 401K
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Generous PTO
Company
Crown Innovations, Inc.
Crown Innovations, Inc. is shaping the future of air transportation with concept development, design and deployment of systems and aircraft.
Founded in 1989
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Afzal I. Khan
President &CEO
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