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Pillar Innovations

Lead Panel Shop Technician - Manufacturing & Installation

Pillar Innovations, Grantsville, Maryland, United States, 21536

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Lead Panel Shop Technician – Manufacturing & Installation



Pillar Innovations

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

We promote continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, flexibility, defined career paths, full benefits, and apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We value respect, dignity, and a flexible work‑life balance.

We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. Success here starts with a positive, can‑do attitude, ambition, and a strong sense of safety.

Openings for experienced workers and training for entry‑level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!

The Panel Shop Lead Technician – Manufacturing & Installation plays a hands‑on leadership role in building and wiring electrical control panels for internal and external customers at Pillar Innovations. The role leads by example, guides daily work, supports quality standards, and mentors technicians.

The position requires flexibility for extended hours as needed and occasional travel to customer sites, sometimes with overnight stays. If you enjoy combining technical expertise with leadership and helping others succeed, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

General Duties

Exercise safe electrical practices

Assist personnel in identifying hazards while performing duties

Read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications

Recognize any necessary revisions for As‑Built drawings, record project notes for process improvement, and report needed revisions to Foreman and/or Project Manager

Identify and implement areas for efficiency gains in overall processes in collaboration with the Panel Shop Foreman

Assist Panel Shop Foreman with Quality Control tasks

Assist Project Managers and the Panel Shop Foreman with customer communications as needed

Ensure project documents are accurate and complete

Assist with on‑site installations as needed

Train and mentor Panel Shop Techs

Layout & Panel Building

Oversee and act as a resource to Panel Shop Techs related to panel building duties

Perform panel building duties as needed

Control Wiring

Provide oversight for control panel wiring and assembly

Provide insight to Engineers in the design process as requested

Perform control wiring duties as needed

Oversee testing of finished panels

Electronics & Soldering

Oversee and act as a resource to Panel Shop Techs related to electronics & soldering duties

Perform electronics & soldering duties as needed

Provide insight to Engineers in the design process as requested

Powered Systems

Stay up‑to‑date with and ensure Panel Shop Technicians follow electrical codes and safe wiring practices

Lead the installation of energized systems

Oversee the function testing of completed systems

Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting

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

5+ years’ experience and/or education in electrical related work preferred

Demonstrated leadership ability

Ability to oversee small projects

Assist Shop Foreman with Quality Control tasks

Ability to work under minimal supervision, within broad guidelines of procedures and goals

Ability to independently troubleshoot electrical circuits, boards, etc.

Ability to differentiate color codes

Ability to read, interpret, and mark up electrical schematics

Proficient in electrical theory and shop standards

Proficient in the use of basic and advanced hand and power tools such as pliers, hacksaws, wire strippers, multimeters, drills, grinders, etc.

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 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 class under applicable law.

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

USD $24.00/Hr.

USD $28.00/Hr.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing Industries: Oil and Gas

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