PANEL ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN
About The Position
The Panel Assembly Technician assembles instrumentation control panels of varying size and complexity for the renewable and fossil fuel energy sector. The role follows verbal and written instructions from the Director of Operations and manufactures panels in compliance with project specifications. The technician mounts components to panels and enclosures, routes and bundles wires and cables, performs electrical and mechanical assembly tasks, and troubleshoots wiring errors and component malfunctions. The position also involves following safety rules, maintaining high quality and attention to detail, learning about control panel manufacturing, collaborating with other departments, and using cooperative learning techniques to instruct technicians on projects requiring multiple team members.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED certification.
- At least 2 years of experience in instrumentation, electrical, and/or mechanical work.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.
- Basic understanding of electricity and instrumentation.
- Ability to work alone or within a group and to complete work independently.
- Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with team members, customers, and external contacts by telephone, in writing, by email, and in person.
- Ability to learn company-specific applications.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to travel 20–30%.
- Ability to lift and transport items weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to sustain physical activity, including walking, climbing, bending, and sitting.
- Good finger dexterity to work with and handle small objects.
- Ability to demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
- Valid active driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Follow verbal and written instructions from the Director of Operations.
- Manufacture control panels in compliance with project specifications.
- Follow and enforce safety rules while performing duties.
- Interpret wiring and assembly drawings.
- Troubleshoot panels to eliminate wiring errors and component malfunctions.
- Mount components to panels and enclosures according to drawings and client specifications.
- Route and bundle wires and cables neatly to meet wiring standards and company expectations.
- Perform electrical tasks, including cutting, stripping, and crimping cables and selecting electrical components.
- Perform mechanical tasks, including measuring, cutting, drilling, and basic assembly using electrical and construction tools.
- Continue improving personal knowledge of control panel manufacturing.
- Use cooperative learning techniques to instruct technicians on projects requiring multiple technicians.
- Collaborate with non-technical and administrative departments and help foster a collaborative, energetic workspace.
Benefits
- Health insurance plans for employees and families.
- Health Savings Account.
- Life insurance plans.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan.
- Dependent Care Account.
- Lifestyle Spending Account.
- Supplemental dental insurance.
- Supplemental vision insurance.
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
- Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, and leave of absence allowances.
- Promotions and transfers.
- Continuing education programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
