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, and maintained 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:

A Tradesperson Class 2 completes detailed tasks associated with the manufacturing and handling of cable and equipment based on training and procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, working in the in the Cable Handling area or supporting Armor or Armorless area. This position may lead the work of others within the area.   

Responsibilities and Duties:

Promotes job and process improvement as it relates to the department (through 5S as well as other improvement initiatives). 

*Proven ability to perform all Duties and Responsibilities of T-3 

*Assist Forman with repeaters and splice boxes once on ship 

Runs units (L&N \ tire hauler) efficiently and effectively to ensure safety of tank crew and cable  

Reads shipload logs and ensures are correct per release schedule  

Knowledge and performance to set up quadrants/equipment on ship 

Superb knowledge of ship crew rankings 

Properly manages, identifies and rectifies flaws with the flake 

Preforms repeater crew duties with Forman once repeater and splice boxes are on ship 

Use handheld 2-way communication device effectively and precisely to receive/give instruction 

Safely operates various powered industrial equipment such as fork trucks, pallet jacks, Load lifter with and w/o mafi trailer, mafi trailer,110T and 75T aerial lifts 

*Manage container, Asset/Dev reel moving and setup 

*Adheres and directs compliance for loop out and test ends 

*Operate track mobile for poly cars (poly cars daylight hours only) 

*Knowledge and organization of Pan moves, releases and production flow 

*Skilled in ground control hand/arm signals directing load lifter, cranes and poly car moves (poly car daylight hours only) 

Intermediate computer typing skills 

Assist training team as directed 

A skilled member of Pan Crew processes and performs them safely and proficiently. 

*Rectify cables crosses 

Promotes job and process improvement as it relates to the department (through 5S and other improvement initiatives) 

Successfully manages a variety of shipload processes and performs them safely and proficiently 

Safely operates various powered industrial equipment such as fork trucks, pallet jacks, aerial lifts, and hoists. 

Obtains and exercises knowledge of tank bites, placing strong back(s) on repeater(s) and torque down 

*Communicates swiftly and precisely with inspection for impact-o-graphs 

*Has full ability to utilize, safely and with great attention to detail, hoist and slings 

*Able to detect and rectify crosses in cable 

*Ensures monorail switches are completed efficiently and are in proper operating order 

*Completes quality records and presents to Quality for accuracy 

*Uses knowledge and skill attaching ends and half hitching with extreme proficiency 

*Skillful in Dip Tank workings and able to complete impeccably 

*Understanding of pier crane operations and able to guide crew in proper ground hand/arm signals 

*Certified fork truck operator (within 90 days) 

*Has complete situational awareness of surroundings for self and crew at all times 

Responds to multiple production assignments in a timely and efficient manner 

Overtime may be required, based on business need; regular attendance required 

Other duties as assigned and as workflow dictates 

Skilled in ground control hand/arm signals for pier crane 

Obtains TWIC badge and renews before expiration 

Responds to multiple production assignments in a timely and efficient manner. 

Overtime may be required, based on business need; regular attendance required. 

Train others in production related tasks to maintain safety and quality goals.  

Maintain a clean and orderly work area at all times. 

Other duties as assigned. 

required. 

 

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. Note: If the posting is for an internship position, delete all benefit information.
 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY
SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of 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. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.
 

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES
Quality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation