Job Description
Job Description
Overview
We’re looking for a versatile and motivated Field Technician to join our team! This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in dynamic environments, and is eager to work across different industries and job sites. As a Field Technician, you’ll be responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, repair, and maintenance of electrical and controls hardware, fiber optic cabling, fire suppression systems, and other related services. Your work will support both surface and underground mining facilities, as well as commercial and industrial operations.
This position offers the opportunity to build a broad skill set while working on impactful projects. No two days will be the same, and we're looking for someone who can adapt quickly and jump into different types of tasks with confidence. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn. Experience in electrical systems, fire suppression, controls, or fiber optics is helpful, but we’re open to training the right person who brings the right attitude.
Flexibility is a must in this role, as project needs may require working extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel to various job sites is also a regular part of the position. In return, you’ll be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth, variety in your day-to-day work, and competitive compensation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the installation of electrical and controls hardware, fiber optic cable, fire suppression systems, and any other applicable services provided by the Evansville Division
- Become familiar with fiber optic equipment such as splicers, OTDR (optical time domain refractometer), traffic identifiers, light-source power-meter, fiber specific hand tools, etc.
- Learn proper methods and procedures for terminating, splicing, and testing fiber optic cables, installation of electrical conduit and cables, and installation of fire suppression systems.
- Learn Industry Standard procedures for safety, electrical, and fiber optics
- Assist other divisions as/when needed for various services, which could include extensive travel
- Read and interpret blue prints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, schematics and operational product manuals
Qualifications
- Technical/mechanical knowledge and abilities. Electrical and fiber optic knowledge is a plus
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and schematics
- Must be willing to attend training and remain updated with regard to industry standards and requirements
- Ability to work underground for extended periods of time
- Underground mining experience is a plus but not required
- Able to work a flexible schedule and adjust to changing business needs to include possible work involving emergency call-out, extended hours and some out-of-town and overnight work
Working Conditions
- Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Perform duties on-site and underground at industrial locations
- Wear safety equipment: as per OSHA/MSHA requirements including but not limited steel toed and/or metatarsal shoes, hard hat, lanyard, fire retardant, protective eye wear, etc.
- Be safety and customer-focused, without exception
Company DescriptionPillar Innovations is an Industrial Construction 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.
Start a career with us today!
Company Description
Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Construction 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.\r\n\r\nAre 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.\r\n\r\nWe 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.\r\n\r\nStart a career with us today!