Skilled TIG Welder - 2nd Shift - $2 Shift Differential

Pillar Innovations, LLC; Grantsville (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Pillar Innovations, LLC is seeking a Second Shift TIG Welder – Fabrication & Machining to join our Grantsville shop. Work four days a week (4/10), with a 30-minute paid lunch and a $2/hour shift differential for evenings.

You will weld stainless steel and aluminum to tight tolerances from blueprints and work orders. Join a safety‑focused, employee-owned environment where you’ll read technical drawings, operate GTAW equipment, and contribute to precision fabrication while enjoying three full days

Qualifications

• 2+ years of TIG welding experience on stainless steel and aluminum.
• Ability to weld in GTAW/TIG processes.
• Must pass weld test before employment.
• Knowledge of metal types (steel, aluminum, stainless, galvanized).
• Proficient with measuring devices and shop tools.

Responsibilities

• TIG weld stainless steel and aluminum per blueprints and work orders.
• Read and execute work orders and QA standards.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Perform quality checks to ensure tolerance requirements.

Skills

TIG welding

Stainless steel

Aluminum

GTAW (TIG)

Blueprints & work orders

Quality assurance

Tools

welding equipment

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.

Position Overview

Earn more, work less, with long weekends.OurSecond Shift TIG Welder – Fabrication & Machiningrole lets you work just four days a week (4/10 schedule), enjoy a30-minute paid lunch, and earn a$2/hour shift differentialfor evening hours. You’ll thrive in a focused, less hectic shop environment while tackling high-precision TIG welding projects instainless steel and aluminum—and have three full days off to recharge.

Shift:Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM–2:00 AM (with a paid lunch break).You’ll weld and fabricate components from blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings usingGTAW (TIG)processes. Candidates should behighly skilled and proficient in TIG welding stainless steel and aluminum, maintaining tight tolerances and exceptional weld appearance.

This individual will have a thorough understanding of all aspects of industrial fabrication and must be proficient with the products and services offered by the company, and must be flexible and willing to work extended hours as needed.

What You'll Do

• Work 2nd Shift (4:00 PM–2:00 AM)
• TIG weld stainless steel, aluminum, and other various metals
• Safely and efficiently operate assigned equipment
• Read, understand, and accurately execute work orders and quality assurance (QA) standards per job requirements
• Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using welding equipment
• Welds components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions
• Perform quality checks during production to ensure parts/pieces meet tolerance requirements

Working Conditions

• Sit, talk, hear, read, and write
• Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Perform duties indoors in a shop setting with occasional work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of TIG welding 16-gauge to 1/4-inch stainless steel and aluminum
• Must successfully complete a weld test required before employment
• Ability to weld in either GTAW
• Possess knowledge of metal plate types (steel, aluminum, stainless, galvanized, etc.) sizes, and shapes (beams, channels, angles, pipe, flat bar, etc.) preferred
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies used in an industrial shop setting
• Ability to use measuring devices such as tape measures, squares, protractors, compasses, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.

How We'll Support You

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 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 $22.00/Hr.

Max

USD $32.00/Hr.

Shift Differential (if working 2nd shift)

USD $2.00/Hr.