Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Sr. Aerial Construction Technician - Fiber Optics - Morgantown, WV Job Locations US-WV-Morgantown ID 2025-3654 Category Fiber Optic Employment Type Regular Full-Time 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

The general role of the Sr. Aerial Construction Technician – Fiber Optics is stringing and maintaining fiber optic cable which includes pulling, tensioning, stranding, and spacing lines. This individual will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair overhead fiber lines. This position requires proficiency with new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, lashing, make readies, and equipment mounting. This position provides leadership in the field and is able to perform and direct more complex assignments. The work performed will be within communications and power spaces.

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

The Sr. Aerial Construction Technician reports to the Project Manager - Fiber Optics and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

What You'll Do Safely perform work in communication and energized spacesInspect, mobilize, and operate a bucket truck from the cabRecord and report the sequential foot marks by the operator or groundmanPull cable, strand, fiber, and lash, for extended periods of timeMonitor cable during installs for appropriate tension during critical turning points and transitionsRead, interpret, and modify design packagesComplete documentation to include record-keeping, billing, inventory, etc.Ensure work is performed and projects are completed to engineering and design specificationsProvide training for climbers in tasks including body placement and equipment inspectionsLead, mentor, and train field personnel What You'll Bring 5+ years of relevant Fiber Optics experience preferredValid Driver’s License is requiredCDL A/B preferredProficient with the following equipment: ladders, bucket truck, man lift, cable puller, and reel standsSmall equipment experience (i.e., forklift, bobcat, telehandler, skid steer, etc.)Flagger Certification requiredTraffic Control Manager Certification preferredMust be comfortable working at elevated heights and confined spacesAbility to climb poles up to 40’ using standard safety protocolsQualify as an Electrically Qualified Communication LinemanQualify in rigging (ex. Pole Framing)Ability to work under minimal supervisionAbility to inspect, operate, and mobilize a bucket truckAbility to apply technical expertise, evaluate problems and implement best practicesPossess strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain professionalismAble to read, interpret, and modify drawings to determine work placement and specificationsProficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Visio

 

Working Conditions

Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneelClimb 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 spacesWork indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditionsAble to walk long distancesAble 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.

How We'll Support You Comprehensive BenefitsHealth/Life insurance401(k) retirement planShort/Long term disabilityPaid time off and holidaysPaid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town workEmployee focused work environmentOn-the-job mentoring and trainingInternal job postingsPerformance and salary reviewsEmployee feedback programAdvancement through defined employee career pathsSafety-first and drug free work environmentsBonuses and incentives for working safelyCompany provided tools and basic safety equipmentPPE allowances with no restrictions on vendorsWeekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidaysSmart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goalsScholarship opportunities for dependent children Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs

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