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Sr. Fiber Optics Field Technician - Grantsville, MD Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, 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 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. 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. Safely perform work in communications and energized spaces Participate in work requiring pole climbing when necessary Perform work from an elevated position in the bucket truck Recognize general safety hazards and electrical-specific hazards such as missing and or degraded parts and hardware Manage worksite housekeeping duties and equipment inspections Perform minor field repairs on equipment Lead cable stripping, cleaving, terminating, and testing Stay up to date with Industry Standard coding for fiber optics Proficiently work with and calibrate 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 advanced OTDR testing, reporting, and troubleshooting Install demarcation enclosures, switches, and other telecom equipment Route premise cable both inside and outside of facilities Coordinate fiber activities with other disciplines and departments as necessary 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. Interact daily with customers and complete daily close of business (COB) reports Suggest and execute corrective actions to address problems affecting any fiber or fiber related equipment Generate trace reports and SEP (splice engineering package) files Lead complex fiber optic operations, outages, and/or restorations Calculate fiber optic facility attenuation budget Responsible for leading multiple crews Ensure work is performed to engineering and design specifications Oversee 3rd party optical ground wire (OPGW) installation Lead, mentor, and train field staff Provide feedback and input for employee performance reviews 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 Minimum Requirements 5+ years of relevant Fiber Optics experience preferred 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 Proficient working at elevated heights and in confined spaces Ability to work under minimal supervision Ability to inspect, operate, and mobilize a bucket truck Ability to apply technical expertise, evaluate problems and implement best practices Possess strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain professionalism Compute basic math calculations and take measurements Ability to read and execute network drawings and splicing diagrams Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Visio Efficiently organize and plan work tasks to meet company goals Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments Proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated to succeed in a high output environment Ability to balance multiple projects Perks/Benefits Comprehensive Benefits Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Rx Coverage Life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with Company Match Short/Long term disability Paid time off (as outlined in the applicable Benefit's Summary) and 7 paid 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 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 Overtime available as applicable Advancement through tailored employee career paths Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future Scholarship opportunities for dependent children 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. USD $25.00/Hr. USD $28.00/Hr. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Oil and Gas #J-18808-Ljbffr Pillar Innovations, LLC

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