Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

The general role of an Apprentice Electrician is to work in conjunction with Electricians and Electrical Foreman to install, maintain, and repair various electrical components within customer locations. This individual will work with both low and high voltage electrical applications, and learn to work in a wide array of industries including Construction, Manufacturing, Power Plants, Commercial, Aggregate, Oil and Gas, Coal, Wind and Solar Energy, etc.

 

This position must be flexible and willing to travel with overnight stays and work extended hours as needed. The Apprentice Electrician will report to the Department Manager - Electrical and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

 

• Assist Electricians and Electrical Foreman with installing and maintaining electrical and power systems
• Install electrical components such as lighting, electrical outlets, circuit breakers, etc.
• Run a variety of styles and sizes of conduit and cable trays to electrical devices
• Pull wire to termination boxes, panels, and other controllers
• Load and unload tools, materials, equipment, etc.
• Drive ground rods and install grounding grids
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and electrical equipment pertinent to the electrical trade
• Assist with paperwork and documentation for accurate record keeping
• Learn to read electrical code, manuals, wiring and circuitry diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and other electrical specifications
• Learn to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues, systems, and components

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.

• 0-2 years of electrical experience or equivalent/relevant education preferred
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Obtain a Journeyman Electrical License (WV preferred) after 1 year from hire
• Ability to identify and utilize hand and power tools typically utilized in the electrical trade
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately
• Ability to take accurate measurements
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well with others and act in a respectful manner towards co-workers and customers
• Competent with email and text messaging

 

Working Conditions

• Sit, talk, hear, read, and write
• Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Kneel, stoop, bend, squat, and climb a ladder
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Work at heights up to 60ft for extended periods of time
• Work in confined spaces
• Work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather
• Perform duties on-site and underground at industrial locations

 

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