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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 an experienced mechanical technician ready to take your skills to the next level? As a Mechanical Field Technician II, you’ll bring your mechanical know-how to a wide range of exciting projects—from building custom electromechanical equipment and robotics to installing complex structures, workstations, and mounting systems. You'll work closely with engineers and project managers to turn ideas into real-world solutions, taking on more advanced tasks in both the shop and out in the field at customer sites. With a solid understanding of mechanical principles and a passion for hands-on work, you’ll thrive in this fast-paced, team-driven environment. This role offers variety, growth, and the chance to be part of something impactful, with a varied schedule that may include travel and overtime. If you're ready to build, install, and make things happen, we’d love to have you on board!

• Perform assembly, troubleshooting, prototyping, and light fabrication in shop and field settings
• Collaborate with Project Managers and other Engineering personnel to organize tools and materials and plan for assembly and installation
• Identify potential issues and opportunities for Change Orders and communicate with Project Managers and other Engineering personnel
• Interpret mechanical drawings and documentation for custom machines, systems, and products
• Develop and execute quality control and project check lists
• Learn to view designs and navigate 3D/2D CAD software
• Train and mentor Mechanical Field Technician I's

Working Conditions

• Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
• Sit, talk, listen, observe, read, write, and type
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Perform work on site in industrial, commercial, and residential locations

2+ years’ experience in a role requiring hands-on mechanical applications and installations

Valid driver’s license required

Ability to follow work direction and prioritize assigned tasks

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Aptitude for leadership preferred

Ability to understand scope of work for specific tasks

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 

• 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
• 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
• Advancement through defined 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

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.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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