Automation Controls Technician II - Electrical & Automation

Pillar Innovations, LLC; Grantsville (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short/Long term disability

Paid time off and holidays

Paid lodging, per diem, and travel for

out-of-town work

On-the-job mentoring and training

Performance and salary reviews

Safety-first and drug-free environment

Bonuses for safe work

Job summary

Pillar Innovations, LLC is hiring an Automation Controls Technician III – Electrical & Automation in Grantsville, MD. The role involves installing and wiring control panels, sensors, and machinery across shop, office, and customer sites.

Candidate should have 5+ years in electrical/automation, MD/WV journeyman license, and be comfortable with travel and overtime. Strong problem-solving and leadership skills are valued for project leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in electrical, controls, automation, or robotics.
• Electrical Journeyman License in MD or WV.
• MSHA Electrical card or willingness to obtain within a year.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience reading and interpreting manuals and electrical drawings.
• Willing to perform hands-on programming and automation controls.
• Ability to interpret scope of work for specific tasks.
• Leadership experience preferred with focus on leading jobs.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation of conduit and wire, tubing, sensors, etc.
• Wire various electrical control panels, motors, and devices
• Perform calibrations on instrumentation (pressure sensors, load cells, flow meters)
• Work safely with voltages (24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC; single/3-phase)
• Interpret and mark up electrical drawings for custom machines and systems
• Configure controls components
• Evaluate inventory and coordinate with Purchasing for materials
• Troubleshoot to identify root cause and resolve issues

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Hands-on programming

Leadership experience

Ability to read/interpret scope ofwork

Willing to travel/overnights

Education

Electrical Journeyman License (MD or WV)

MSHA Electrical card

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Manuals & electrical drawings

Job description

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

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.

What You'll Do

• 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

• Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders andstairs / 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

What You'll Bring

• 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

How We’ll Support You

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 StatementThis 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.

Min

USD $25.00/Hr.

Max

USD $32.00/Hr.