Shop Foreman - Grantsville, Md

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 Shop Foreman is to provide physical and general labor to a wide range of trades through various construction, mechanical and industrial projects.  This position will train new employees and assist with production as needed. Tasks will include providing direction and guidance for fellow Shop Technicians and assist with day-to-day administrative tasks.

This is a semi-skilled position that requires a mechanical knowledge and aptitude, along with a basic knowledge of general construction trades. This position must be willing and flexible to work a schedule that may include extended hours, weekends, holidays, evenings, and possible night shifts.  Infrequent travel with overnight stays may be required.

The Shop Foreman will report to the  Division Manager and will work primarily out of the Grantsville area Shop.

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

• Provide physical labor and general labor to construction trades and to various construction, industrial and mechanical projects
• Assist in a variety of work that may include but not be limited to: assembly, inventory control, concrete, basic welding, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, rigging, etc.
• Oversee materials handling and storage
• Load and unload trucks, tools, and materials as needed
• Stage tools and materials and assist skilled workers as required
• Utilize hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicles in a professional and workman-like manner
• Follow proper safety and incident reporting procedures
• Provide detailed paperwork and documentation to ensure accurate record keeping, billing, and inventory
• Become familiar with job specific documentation with the intention of becoming proficient
• Become familiar with suppliers, ordering materials, quoting, and project documentation
• Collaborate with Project Managers and other Divisions to properly schedule and maintain the flow of projects coming through the shop
• Follow instructions and complete given tasks that are specific to job completion
• Load and prepare work materials for transport to job sites
• Train and mentor new employees
• Provide direction and instruction to other technicians
• Perform and oversee testing, and assist with QC implementation
• Coordinate field repairs as needed
• Ensure production deadlines are met
• Assist with timecard review
• Manage and supervise assigned personnel and ensure effective performance management

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.

• 2+ years of general construction, building or mechanical experience or equivalent technical education and training 
• Knowledge and experience working with concrete and/or welding preferred but not required
• Must possess knowledge of materials, equipment and tools used throughout construction trades to include the ability to utilize a measuring tape
• Must possess leadership ability and/or experience
• Must be dependable, trustworthy, and possess a positive and productive attitude
• Must be able to work well with co-workers in a team environment
• Must demonstrate a keen awareness of safety and safe practices

• Ability to balance multiple projects
• Valid driver’s license required

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
• The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Perform duties on-site and underground at industrial locations
• Required to 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.
• Must be safety and customer-focused, without exception

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.