Fiber Optics Field Technician I

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so.

We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce.

Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today

The general role of the Field Technician I - Fiber Optics is to string and maintain fiber optic cable which includes pulling, tensioning, stranding, and spacing lines. This individual will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair fiber lines. This position will perform new cable installs, removals, modifications, and repairs in outside plant locations to include telephone poles, underground services, and conduit. The Field Technician I is also responsible for terminating, splicing, documenting, and testing fiber optic cables with an end goal of meeting customer needs and providing maximum operating efficiency. The work performed will be within communications and power spaces.

This individual understands each product and supports the improvement of operational efficiency and must be comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces for this position.

The Field Technician I will report to the Project Manager - Fiber Optics and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

• Safely perform work in communications spaces
• Qualify to work safely in energized spaces
• Participate in training for pole climbing
• Operate basic hand tools (Cordless Drill, Hammer, Wrench, Socket Set)
• Qualify to perform work from an elevated position in the bucket truck
• Assist when needed to remove old hardware from poles and install new
• Provide roadway flagging support for the operation to include obtaining Flagger Certification
• Assist with worksite housekeeping duties and equipment inspections
• Assist with performing minor field repairs on equipment
• Assist with stripping, cleaving, terminating, and testing cable
• Learn Industry Standard coding for fiber optics
• Become familiar with fiber optic equipment such as splicers, OTDR (optical time domain refractometer), traffic identifiers, light-source power-meter, fiber specific hand tools, etc.
• Learn proper methods and procedures for terminating, splicing, and testing fiber optic cables
• Learn to perform ring cuts on live fiber without affecting existing services
• Learn to read and understand manufacturer manuals and standards for operating, installing, and repairing electronic equipment, product, and components
• Learn to troubleshoot and repair common fiber optic equipment and component issues
• Install demarcation enclosures, switches, and other telecom equipment
• Route premise cable both inside and outside of facilities
• Assist in the completion of documentation to include record-keeping, billing, and inventory, etc.
• Learn to calibrate fiber optic equipment out in the field according to manufacturer's instructions

Other Duties
This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• No prior experience necessary
• Valid Driver's License is required
• Experience operating the following equipment ladders, bucket truck, cable puller, and reel stands preferred
• Experience operating small equipment preferred (i.e., forklift, bobcat, telehandler, skid steer, etc.)
• General construction and/or flagging experience preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain MSHA Certification
• Must be comfortable working at elevated heights and in confined spaces
• Ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision
• Ability to inspect, operate, and mobilize a bucket truck preferred
• Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain professionalism
• Compute basic math calculations and take measurements
• Familiar with Microsoft Software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel

Working Conditions

• Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
• Climb poles; carry, set-up and extend ladders weighing up to 65 pounds, as well as work with confidence on ladders and utility poles at heights of up to 60 feet in the air to perform tasks in communications spaces
• Work indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditions
• Able to walk long distances
• Able to lift up to 65 pounds without assistance

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company's Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement
This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Comprehensive Benefits

• Health/Life insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short/Long term disability

• Paid time off and holidays

• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work

• Employee focused work environment

• On-the-job mentoring and training

• Internal job postings
• Performance and salary reviews

• Employee feedback program

• Advancement through defined employee career paths

• Safety-first and drug free work environments

• Bonuses and incentives for working safely

• Company provided tools and basic safety equipment

• PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors

• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays

• Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children