Fiber Sensing Installation Technician

Beitzel Corporation•Farmington, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Fiber Sensing Installation Technician – Fiber Optics is to serve as an on-site resource to oversee the proper installation of fiber optic cable for a variety of purposes such as pipeline monitoring. The Fiber Sensing Installation Technician is also responsible for terminating, splicing, documenting, and testing fiber optic cables with an end goal of meeting customer needs and providing maximum operating efficiency. The work performed will be on active construction sites. This individual has a strong knowledge of fiber optic installation with a basic understanding of excavation standards and practices and must become proficient with the products and services offered by Pillar Innovations. This position will require a flexible schedule to include extended hours, nights, weekends, and travel with overnight stays as needed. The Fiber Sensing Installation Technician will report to the Project Manager - Fiber Optics and will work primarily in the Carlsbad, NM and Odessa, TX area.

Requirements

2-4 years of relevant Fiber Optics experience preferred
Basic knowledge of excavation standards and equipment required
Abilit to multi-task and manage multiple projects effectively
Adaptable and calm under pressure
Ability to identify independent colors and learn color codes
Valid Driver’s License is required
Experience with the following equipment: ladders, cable puller, and reel stands preferred
Small equipment experience preferred (i.e. forklift, bobcat, telehandler, skid steer, etc.)
Ability to work effectively 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
Familiar with Microsoft Software such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and Visio
Must be safety and customer-focused, without exception
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.

Responsibilities

Provide communication and oversight to contractors and customer personnel to ensure fiber deployment is to spec, undamaged, and in good working condition
Periodically conduct oversight OTDR testing to ensure fiber reels and cable remain in operational condition during deployment
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
Provide project updates on a consistent basis regarding strategy, adjustments, and progress
Troubleshoot and repair common fiber optic equipment and component issues to include OTDR testing, reporting, and troubleshooting
Suggest and execute corrective actions to address problems affecting any fiber or fiber related equipment
Collaborate with customer and management to develop a strategic deployment plan that streamlines installation and minimizes excess cable waste
Perform full acceptance testing on fiber reels to ensure fiber is undamaged and in proper working condition upon delivery from manufacturer
Assist in geolocating key reference points and provide distances between points along fiber pathway
Install and pull underground conduit and cable without disrupting utilities
Install handholes, pedestals, and marker posts
Assist with marking underground proposed design routes with respect to utilities and underground systems
Facilitate communications between the customer and company
Consult with and gather information from technicians, engineers, contractors, etc. to ensure an effective flow of information
Maintain positive vendor and client relationships
Ensure industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
Operate basic hand tools (Cordless Drill, Hammer, Wrench, Socket Set)
Recognize general safety hazards such as missing and or degraded parts and hardware
Manage worksite housekeeping duties and equipment inspections
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), light-source power-meter, fiber specific hand tools, etc.
Utilize proper methods and procedures for terminating, splicing, and testing fiber optic cables
Install demarcation enclosures, switches, and other telecom equipment
Calibrate fiber optic equipment out in the field according to manufacturer’s instructions
Read and interpret design packages
Complete documentation to include T&M, record-keeping, billing, inventory, COB (close of business) reports etc.
Generate trace reports and SEP (splice engineering package) files

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
Health/Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Short/Long term disability
Paid time off and 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
Advancement through defined employee career paths
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
Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children