Field Installation Technician - Proximity Systems

About Pillar Innovations

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. Our Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with offices throughout the country.

We promote continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. Employees benefit from defined career paths, full benefits, and apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

As a Field Installation Technician supporting our Proximity Systems team, you’ll play a key role in installing and commissioning advanced safety technology on equipment at ports and terminals across the United States. These systems—comprised of cameras, sensors, and operator interfaces—are designed to increase operator awareness and create safer work environments.

• Perform installation of proximity detection systems on port equipment including forklifts, gantry cranes, and other heavy machinery
• Mount cameras, sensors, and related hardware on the exterior of equipment in accordance with installation requirements
• Install operator interfaces including in-cab video displays and system controls
• Identify and set up IP addresses for cameras and equipment systems and confirm proper installation per manufacturer specifications
• Identify machine power sources and complete electrical connections to support system operation
• Identify and integrate connection points for functions such as park and reverse
• Commission installed systems, verify proper functionality, and troubleshoot issues as needed
• Complete required documentation for installations including configurations, reports, and checklists
• Support multiple installation approaches including independent installs, hybrid installs alongside customer teams, and customer-supported deployments

• 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 locations with occasional underground and/or at heights
• 1-3 years’ of relevant experience in equipment installation, control wiring, or mechanical applications preferred
• Possess High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license required
• Current TWIC card or ability to obtain at hire
• Possess willingness to perform hands on mechanical and electrical work
• Experience with basic electrical systems (12V/24V) and wiring practices preferred
• Experience reading and interpreting manuals and electrical drawings preferred

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.

This 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.

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

WE ARE NOW EMPLOYEE OWNED. Employees are beneficial owners through an ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) that works through a qualified retirement plan.

• 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

USD $30.00/Hr. – USD $38.00/Hr.