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Pillar Innovations

Aerial Fiber Technician II - Grantsville, MD

Pillar Innovations, Grantsville, Maryland, United States, 21536

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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!

Are you looking for a hands-on career where you can work outdoors, solve problems, and be part of a team that keeps communities connected? As an

Aerial Construction Technician II - Fiber Optics , you’ll play a vital role in building and maintaining fiber optic networks by installing, troubleshooting, and repairing overhead fiber lines. This dynamic and physically engaging position involves pulling, tensioning, stranding, and spacing lines, as well as performing pole transfers, strand building, lashing, make-readies, and mounting equipment. You’ll work in both communication and power spaces, gaining valuable experience in a growing industry. If you enjoy working with your hands, aren’t afraid of heights or confined spaces, and want to be part of a supportive team, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career with room for advancement. Join us and help power the connections that keep businesses and communities running!

Safely perform work in communication spaces

Qualify to work safely in energized spaces

Participate in work requiring pole climbing

Inspect, mobilize, and operate a bucket truck from the cab

Record and report the sequential footmarks by the operator or groundman

Responsible for framing poles

Pull cable, strand, fiber, and lash, for extended periods of time

Provide framing and attachment hardware for the operator, jack-down guys, pull lashes

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

Preferred Qualifications

2-4 years of relevant Fiber Optics experience preferred

Mastery of Aerial Construction Technician I Job Duties including safety in communication and energized spaces, pole climbing, operation of basic hand tools, bucket trucks, and equipment, as well as documentation and safety hazard recognition

Proficient in use of ladders, bucket trucks, man lifts, cable pullers, reel stands, and small equipment (forklift, bobcat, telehandler, skid steer, etc.)

Flagger Certification

Comfort working at heights and in confined spaces

Perks and Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, disability, paid time off, and holidays

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

Employee development programs, internal job postings, performance reviews, and feedback

Safety-focused environment with bonuses, tools, PPE allowances, weekly pay, overtime, and advancement opportunities

Financial planning tools, scholarships for dependents, and additional performance-based compensation

Additional Qualifications This position requires background checks, pre-employment drug testing, and compliance with company drug and alcohol policies, including random testing.

EEO and ADA Statements We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Pay Rate: USD $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Oil and Gas

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