Entry Level Lab Jobs in West Virginia (NOW HIRING)

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 primary role of the Field Services Technician is to access and patrol sections of pipelines to detect evidence of leaks, odors, and dead vegetation and report any problems found. This position will also assist with installations and field troubleshooting/manufacturing in a lab environment. The Field Services Technician reports to the Product Manager and works primarily out of the Morgantown location.
What You'll Do

• Patrol pipelines to locate and report pipeline leaks, breaks, washouts, oil stains, odors, dead vegetation, etc.
• Visual inspection and monitoring of pipelines and surrounding area
• Identifying changes to the pipeline, excavation, and surrounding right of way
• Detailed documentation of changes via mobile application
• Provide physical labor and hiking on rough terrain up to 2 miles
• Assisting with installation/uninstallation of monitoring systems
• Carrying equipment and materials to installation site
• Hand driving strut into ground
• Assembly/cleaning of field equipment
• Detail focused and capability of meeting strict deadlines
• Planning safety into all aspects of the job
• Ability to work independently and with a team

What You'll Bring

• Valid Driver's License is required
• Basic computer knowledge; Proficient with MS Office productivity software
• Able to work independently and in team environments
• Proactive, resourceful and highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to
• work in high output environment
• Ability to balance multiple projects and coordinate with other departments
• Provide physical labor including
  • Hiking on rough terrain up to 2 miles
  • Carrying equipment and materials to installation site
  • Hand driving installation fixtures into the ground
• Planning safety into all aspects of the job
• Must be dependable, trustworthy, and possess a positive and productive attitude
• Must be customer-focused
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Must be in good physical condition
• Willing to participate in the company's required background and drug screening process
• Willingness to undergo safety training to obtain OQ training

Working Conditions

• Walk and climb in all kinds of terrain / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / crawl / kneel
• Work outdoors in all types of weather.
• The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.
• Required to wear safety equipment: as per OSHA/MSHA requirements including but not limited steel toed and/or metatarsal shoes, hard hat, lanyard, fire retardant, protective eye wear, etc.
• Must be safety and customer-focused, without exception.
• Must be in good physical condition.
• Be safety and customer-focused, without exception

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.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
This position requires the completion of a thorough background check including employment and education verification, SSN eVerify, employment references, and pre-employment drug screening. In accordance with our Organization's Drug and Alcohol policy employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
How We'll Support You
WE ARE NOW EMPLOYEE OWNED
Employees are beneficial owners through an ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) that works through a qualified retirement plan.
Perks/Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Health/Life Insurance
• 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