| Location | MD |
About Us
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!
Position Overview
Are you looking for a hands-on career where you can work outdoors, solve problems, and build the infrastructure that keeps people connected? As a Sr. Fiber Optics Field Technician, you'll play a crucial role in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting fiber optic networks that power homes, businesses, and industries. This dynamic role keeps you out in the field, working with cutting-edge technology to ensure seamless communication networks. Each day brings variety and challenge, whether you''re mentoring others or leading a team, installing fiber lines, troubleshooting network issues, or working at heights and in confined spaces-all while honing your technical expertise. You''ll be part of a team-oriented environment, leading and collaborating with skilled professionals who prioritize safety, efficiency, and quality. Whether you''re new to fiber optics or bring years of experience, we provide opportunities for growth through hands-on training in fiber splicing, testing, and network troubleshooting. Most importantly, this is a job with impact-your work helps build and sustain the high-speed networks that keep businesses, communities, and industries connected.
What You''ll Do
Working Conditions
What You''ll Bring
5+ years of relevant Fiber Optics experience preferred
Mastery of Field Technician II Job Duties
Safely Perform work in communications spaces
Qualify to work safely in energized spaces
Participate in work requiring pole climbing when necessary
Operate basic hand tools (Cordless Drill, Hammer, Wrench, Socket Set)
Perform work from an elevated position in the bucket truck
Assist when needed to remove old hardware from poles and install new Provide safety spotting and roadway flagging support for the operation to include obtaining Flagger Certification
Manage worksite housekeeping duties and equipment inspections
Perform minor field repairs on equipment
Perform cable stripping, cleaving, terminating, and testing
Stay up to date with Industry Standard coding for fiber optics
Proficiently work with fiber optic equipment such as splicers, OTDR (optical time domain refractometer), traffic identifiers, light-source power-meter, fiber specific hand tools, etc.
Utilize proper methods and procedures for terminating, splicing, and testing fiber optic cables
Perform ring cuts on live fiber without affecting existing services
Read and understand manufacturer manuals and proficiently perform standards for operating, installing, and repairing electronic equipment, product, and components
Troubleshoot and repair common fiber optic equipment and component issues to include OTDR testing, reporting, and troubleshooting
Install demarcation enclosures, switches, and other telecom equipment
Route premise cable both inside and outside of facilities
Calibrate fiber optic equipment out in the field according to manufacturer's instructions
Coordinate fiber activities with other disciplines and departments as necessary
Assist with training and mentorship of lesser experienced technicians
Monitor and maintain min/max truck stock materials
Responsible for completing time and material (T&M) documentation
Complete documentation to include record-keeping, billing, inventory, etc.
Complete daily close of business (COB) reports for customers
Suggest and execute corrective actions to address problems affecting any fiber or fiber related equipment
Generate trace reports and SEP (splice engineering package) files
Assist with 3rd party optical ground wire (OPGW) installation oversight
Splice and place optical ground wire (OPGW)
Lead and mentor less experienced coworkers
Lead team members as required in the absence of a Sr. Technician or Manager
Valid Driver's License is required
Ability to identify independent colors and learn color codes
Possess Underground Miner Card
Proficient with the following equipment: ladders, bucket truck, man lift, cable puller, and reel stands
Proficient in operating small equipment (i.e., forklift, bobcat, telehandler, skid steer, etc.)
Flagger Certification
Ability to read and execute network drawings and splicing diagrams
How We''ll Support You
WE ARE NOW EMPLOYEE OWNED
Employees are beneficial owners through an ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) that works through a qualified retirement plan.
Perks/Benefits
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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
ADA Statement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Min
USD $25.00/Hr.
Max
USD $28.00/Hr.
Shift Differential (if working 2nd shift)