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Chief Radio Electronics Technician
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The Chief Radio Electronics Technician (CRET) is directly responsible to the Ship’s Communication Officer (SCO). The CRET supervises watch standing personnel, coordinates planned maintenance, provides technical assistance, conducts training, maintains technical publications and files, ensures COMSEC procedures are complied with, and ensures compliance with safety procedures. The CRET
advises the SCO on condition of equipment, and may be required to work aloft or over-side. The CRET operates Command, Control, Communications, and Computer Systems, including equipment used for communication and identification. The incumbent must possess ability to understand computer protocols, IA Security applications and corrective measures. The CRET uses knowledge of
electronic theory and a skill in interpreting technical information to perform equipment inspection, evaluation of performance, problem troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance, and repairs. The CRET must be knowledgeable of the Electrical Safety Program and safety requirements of assigned equipment, and may be assigned as the department tag out/lock out coordinator. The CRET supervises and trains assigned personnel in the proper performance of their duties. Performs other duties as assigned.
Conditions of Employment
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You may not be hired if you fail to report:
- Previous security clearance issues (intents to deny or the revocation of security clearances)
- Debts
- Previous Felony convictions where actual time was served in jail for more than one year.
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