Mechanical Engineering Technician jobs in Johnstown, PA

Overview

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with 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.

The general role of the Mechanical Field Technician I – Engineering & Automation is to 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.

The Mechanical Field Technician I will report to an Engineer, Senior Engineer, Project Manager, or other Management as assigned and work primarily out of the Grantsville location.

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
• Advancement through defined employee career paths
• 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
• Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Responsibilities

• 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

Other Duties

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• 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

Working Conditions

• Walk/use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or tools / Reach with hands and arms / Climb ladders and stairs / 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, commercial, and residential locations

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 classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement

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