Pillar Innovations
Fiber Optics Field Technician I - Grantsville, MD
Pillar Innovations, Grantsville, Maryland, United States, 21536
Fiber Optics Field Technician I - Grantsville, MD
Join to apply for the Fiber Optics Field Technician I - Grantsville, MD role at Pillar Innovations. The company 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.
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 Fiber Optics Field Technician I, you’ll install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber optic networks that power homes, businesses, and industries. This field-based role keeps you in dynamic environments, developing technical expertise in fiber splicing, testing, and network troubleshooting. You will be part of a team that prioritizes safety, efficiency, and quality.
Responsibilities
Qualify to work safely in energized spaces and 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 stripping, cleaving, terminating, and testing cable
Become familiar with fiber optic equipment such as splicers, OTDR, traffic identifiers, light-source power-meter, fiber specific hand tools, etc.
Learn proper methods and procedures for terminating, splicing, and testing fiber optic cables
Working Conditions
Walk and use hands to manipulate objects; climb ladders and stairs; work at heights up to 60 feet
Climb poles; carry, set up and extend ladders up to 65 pounds
Work indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditions
Able to walk long distances and lift up to 65 pounds without assistance
Valid Driver’s License required
Experience operating ladders, bucket truck, cable puller, and reel stands preferred
Ability to identify independent colors and learn color codes
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
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 and holidays
Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation for out-of-town work
Employee-focused work environment with mentoring and training
Internal job postings, performance and salary reviews, and an employee feedback program
Safety-first and drug-free work environments with bonuses for safe work
Company-provided tools and PPE allowances
Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays; overtime as applicable
Career path advancement and financial wellness programs
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children
Qualifications and Eligibility This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with the company 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.
Job Details
Senioriy level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Business Development and Sales
Industries: Oil and Gas
Salary: USD $20.00/Hr. to USD $22.00/Hr.
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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 Fiber Optics Field Technician I, you’ll install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber optic networks that power homes, businesses, and industries. This field-based role keeps you in dynamic environments, developing technical expertise in fiber splicing, testing, and network troubleshooting. You will be part of a team that prioritizes safety, efficiency, and quality.
Responsibilities
Qualify to work safely in energized spaces and 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 stripping, cleaving, terminating, and testing cable
Become familiar with fiber optic equipment such as splicers, OTDR, traffic identifiers, light-source power-meter, fiber specific hand tools, etc.
Learn proper methods and procedures for terminating, splicing, and testing fiber optic cables
Working Conditions
Walk and use hands to manipulate objects; climb ladders and stairs; work at heights up to 60 feet
Climb poles; carry, set up and extend ladders up to 65 pounds
Work indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditions
Able to walk long distances and lift up to 65 pounds without assistance
Valid Driver’s License required
Experience operating ladders, bucket truck, cable puller, and reel stands preferred
Ability to identify independent colors and learn color codes
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
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 and holidays
Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation for out-of-town work
Employee-focused work environment with mentoring and training
Internal job postings, performance and salary reviews, and an employee feedback program
Safety-first and drug-free work environments with bonuses for safe work
Company-provided tools and PPE allowances
Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays; overtime as applicable
Career path advancement and financial wellness programs
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children
Qualifications and Eligibility This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with the company 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.
Job Details
Senioriy level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Business Development and Sales
Industries: Oil and Gas
Salary: USD $20.00/Hr. to USD $22.00/Hr.
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