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 to get hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in mechanical and fabrication work? As a Shop Technician I, you’ll be an essential part of the team, supporting a wide variety of projects involving assembly, basic fabrication, and mechanical applications. You’ll work from drawings to troubleshoot, make repairs, and build new products, gaining valuable skills every step of the way. A general understanding of mechanical systems and construction trades will help you thrive, and you'll also get the chance to learn about the innovative products and services offered by Pillar Innovations. With occasional extended hours, and infrequent travel to customer sites, this role is perfect for someone eager to learn, enjoys hands-on work, and wants to grow in a dynamic shop environment. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and start building your career, we’d love to have you join the team!

General Duties

• Learn to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Learn to set up rigging to hoist equipment
• Prepare and layout tools and materials for jobs according to specifications
• Assist with cutting and threading pipe as needed
• Assist with on-site installations as needed

Assembly

• Learn to mount steel components, pumps, compressors, piping, etc.
• Learn to assemble pipe and tube structures
• Assemble basic structures including metal, aluminum, plastic, etc.
• Learn to assemble more complex systems such as conveyors, compressors, pump stations, ovens, etc.
• Learn to properly adhere labels, stickers, etc. per construction drawings

Fabrication

• Learn to cut and prepare finished metals
• Assist with basic welding and grinding
• Learn to identify, lay-out, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications
• Modify existing structures for customized builds
• Learn to bend pipe and tube as needed

Mechanical

• Assist with organizing tools and materials for assembly and installation
• Learn to interpret mechanical drawings and documentation for custom machines, systems, and products
• Assist with assembling machinery using bolts, welds, rivets, or otherwise fasten them to foundation or other structures
• Assist with the final assembly of systems such as air compressors, pumps, motors, instrumentation devices, etc.
• Assist with system startups and final commissioning as needed

Working Conditions

• Stand for an extended period of time
• Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / crawl / kneel
• The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

• Previous experience and/or education in general construction, mechanical and/or fabrication work preferred
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, within broad guidelines of procedures and goals
• Experience with various measuring devices such as straightedge, combination square, gages, tape measures, etc.
• Ability to read and follow manuals and SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedure)
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools such as pliers, hacksaws, drills, grinders, test equipment, etc.

Fabrication Qualifications

• Possess basic welding experience

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 (as outlined in the applicable Benefit's Summary) and 7 paid 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
• 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
• Overtime available as applicable
• Advancement through tailored employee career paths
• Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children
• Applicant may also receive additional compensation based on the Company and individual's performances

 

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.

USD $18.00/Hr.

USD $21.00/Hr.