Mechanical Field Technician I (Temp-to-Hire)

at  Pillar Innovations

About Us: 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. Position Overview:
Welcome to role of Mechanical Field Technician I. (Temp-to-Hire). This is a temporary position, expected to run from October to January. There is potential for this role to transition into full-time employment based on performance and business needs.
In this position, you will provide hands-on mechanical support for a wide range of projects as they progress from concept to installation. The projects vary greatly and consist of anything from custom electromechanical equipment, structures, and robotics, to workstations or equipment mounting. This individual will work in conjunction with engineers and project managers as assigned. The work will be performed mainly in the shop and at customer sites as needed.
This individual possesses a basic understanding of mechanical principles and requires an aptitude and willingness for hands-on work in the shop or field. This position must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include travel and overtime as needed.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with 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
• Learn to interpret mechanical drawings and documentation for custom machines, systems, and products
• Assist with maintaining tool organization
• Provide troubleshooting to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue
• Learn to develop and execute quality control and project check lists
• Learn to view designs and navigate 3D/2D CAD software

What You’ll Bring:

• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years experience in a role requiring hands-on mechanical applications and installations
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to identify and use basic hand tools
• Ability to follow work direction and prioritize assigned tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well both independently and as a team
• Working knowledge of personal computers including Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Willingness to stretch current abilities to learn new skills

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.

• Assist with 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
• Learn to interpret mechanical drawings and documentation for custom machines, systems, and products
• Assist with maintaining tool organization
• Provide troubleshooting to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue
• Learn to develop and execute quality control and project check lists
• Learn to view designs and navigate 3D/2D CAD softwar