Civil Technician I - Morgantown, WV

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!

The general role of a Civil Technician I - Wireless Services is to safely and efficiently complete equipment installations, repairs, and upgrades at communication sites on the ground under the supervision of trained personnel. This work will be performed in both commercial and industrial locations.

This individual will represent Pillar Innovations in a safe, professional, and courteous manner. This position will require a flexible schedule which may include extensive travel, extended hours, weekends, and holidays.

The Civil Technician I will report to the Construction Manager - Wireless Services and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

- Safely and efficiently complete equipment installations, repairs and upgrades (i.e., compound expansions, earthwork, trenching, installing electrical conduits, grounding systems, tower modifications, etc.)

- Utilize heavy equipment (i.e. excavators, skid steers, bulldozers, etc.) and hand tools to build customer infrastructure

- Document job costs, including labor hours and material in an accurate and timely manner

- Complete physical material inventory upon delivery

- Assist with documentation and other paperwork as required

- Accurately follow instructions and completing assigned course of action in accordance with scope of work and methods of procedures (MOPs)

- Observe and report possible defects or hazards in equipment and work site

- Learn to read and understand site documents such as Scopes of Work, Construction Drawings, Tower Modification Design Drawings, etc.

- Perform pre-work and post-work site audits

- Lean to identify, troubleshoot, and correct equipment and network functionality

- Execute rigging plans

Other Duties

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

- 0- 1 year of experience working in Commercial or Industrial Construction

- Valid Driver’s License required

- Ability to successfully obtain certifications such as ANSI A10.48 Rigging Certification, Capstan Operations, RF Awareness, OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR and other certifications as required

- Ability and attitude to follow rigid job safety standards and properly utilize specialized Personal Protective Equipment

- Willingness to take on and learn new tasks and skills

- Ability to work effectively as an individual or a member of a team

- Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions

- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills

- Fluency in English is required

Working Conditions

- Walk, crawl, talk, see, read, hear, feel, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, grasp and climb with both hands and legs for extended periods of time

- Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

- Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

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.

Perks/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