Sandblaster - 2nd Shift

Location: Grantsville

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. Start a career with us today!

The Sandblaster – 2nd Shift plays a key role in preparing equipment, machinery, and structural components for high-quality finishing. This position is responsible for using a variety of hand and power tools, along with sandblasting equipment, to remove surface contaminants and ensure materials are properly cleaned and prepped for painting.

Work is performed in accordance with project specifications, customer requirements, and internal quality standards, with guidance provided through formal training and team support. Attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time are essential to success in this role.

This is a physically demanding position that requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project needs. The role is based on a second shift schedule, working Monday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM. This shift includes a $2.00/hour differential and a paid 30-minute lunch break. Flexibility to work additional hours or Saturdays, as needed, is important to support production demands.

• Safely and efficiently operate assigned equipment
• Read, understand, and accurately execute work orders and quality assurance (QA) standards per job requirements
• Sandblast assemblies per industry standards, work orders, specifications, and other instructions
• Identify and communicate when additional structures are needed to safely perform duties
• Assist in erecting needed structures for projects, such as scaffolding, rigging, ladders, man and scissor lifts in a manner consistent with safety procedures
• Secure work pieces to safely perform job functions
• Monitor machine functions during operation to maintain safety standards
• Perform quality checks during production to ensure parts/pieces meet tolerance requirements

Working Conditions

• Stand for long periods of time, talk, hear, read, and write
• Regularly walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms, kneel, lie down, climb ladders and/or scaffolding
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Work both inside and outside in harsh weather conditions
• Breathe effectively while wearing a respirator and face mask
• Wear protective coveralls in a variety of temperature conditions

• Previous relevant experience preferred
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Proven ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Must be dependable, trustworthy, possess a positive attitude, and be willing to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to use basic measuring devices such as tape measures
• Possess knowledge of metal plate types (steel, aluminum, stainless, galvanized, etc.), sizes, and shapes (beams, channels, angles, pipe, flat bar, etc.) preferred
• Mechanical aptitude preferred
• Experience with use of an overhead crane and forklift preferred

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…