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Pillar Innovations

Automation Controls Technician III - Electrical & Automation

Pillar Innovations, Grantsville, Maryland, United States, 21536

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Automation Controls Technician III - Electrical & Automation

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Pillar Innovations

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 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!

Join our team as an Automation Controls Technician III - Electrical & Automation and help bring innovative automation projects to life! You’ll work on a wide mix of custom electromechanical equipment, control panels, robotics, vision systems, and more — no two projects are the same. You’ll collaborate with a great group of engineers and project managers and split your time between our shop, office, and customer sites.

We’re looking for someone with strong electrical knowledge, hands‑on skills, and a willingness to take the lead when needed. Flexibility is key, as some travel, overnights, and occasional overtime are part of the work.

If you’re excited by variety, problem‑solving, and real impact, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career and be part of a team that values what you bring to the table.

Responsibilities

Lead installation of conduit and wire, tubing, sensors, etc.

Wire a variety of electrical control panels, motors, and other devices

Perform calibrations on various instrumentation such as pressure sensors, load cells, flow meters, etc.

Work safely with a variety of voltages such as 24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC, single phase and 3‑phase

Interpret and mark up (as needed) electrical drawings and documentation for custom machines, systems, and products

Configure controls components

Responsible to evaluate inventory and collaborate with Purchasing as needed, to order proper materials, components, and tools for projects to ensure availability for assigned jobs

Properly use manuals for proper installation, programming, and troubleshooting of components

Provide troubleshooting to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue

Working Conditions & Qualifications

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 locations with occasional underground and/or at heights

5+ years of progressive experience in electrical, controls, automation, or robotics preferred

Electrical Journeyman License in MD or WV required

Valid driver’s license required

MSHA Electrical card required or willingness to obtain within a year

Experience reading and interpreting manuals and electrical drawings required

Willing and able to perform hands‑on work related to programming and automation controls

Ability to understand and interpret scope of work for specific tasks

Experience in marking up (i.e., ‘red lining’) electrical drawings

Leadership experience preferred with focus on leading jobs

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 $50,000.00/Yr. – USD $75,000.00/Yr.

Position Details

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Oil and Gas

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