Shop Tech - Circuit Breakers

Now Hiring•Wixom, MI

About The Position

The Shop Tech works under the direction of Shop Leadership to complete assignments that support shop operations and customer orders. The position involves inspecting, troubleshooting, testing, maintaining, redesigning, rebuilding, retrofitting, and repairing circuit breakers and other electrical equipment, which varies by location. It also includes preparing and painting consignment equipment, handling materials, completing test reports, and providing offsite technical support as assigned. The Shop Tech is expected to work effectively with teammates and other departments, communicate job information and customer requirements, help resolve problems, and contribute to improved operations and turnaround times. The role requires maintaining an orderly work area and following company, local, and federal safety rules, applicable standards, best practices, and procedures. This is a full-time, union position in Wixom, Michigan, with travel of up to 50% as needed. Compensation is $20.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience, with overtime eligibility. Relocation is not available; benefits are provided through the union.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience in a related field.
Knowledge of safety standards such as OSHA and applicable state safety standards.
Knowledge of industry standards such as NETA, OSHA, IEEE, and NFPA.
Proven mechanical skills and/or experience with different types of low- and high-voltage equipment; requirements vary by location.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems effectively.
Basic computer skills for data entry, information lookup, and/or report creation.
Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to follow written and verbal directions and read work orders and specifications.
Ability to work in a team and communicate with team members, departments, and customers as business needs dictate.
Customer-focused approach, ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects, and ability to produce quality work.
Valid driver’s license if the position utilizes a company vehicle.
Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting at least 50 pounds daily, crawling, climbing, standing for long periods, and working in non-ideal conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a paint pressure pot, orbital sander, forklift, power tools, and air tools.
Experience with MCCs, breakers, relay testing, oil testing, infrared scanning, or starting up switchgear up through 500kV class.
Relevant military training, such as Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, Navy, or a related program.

Responsibilities

Complete incoming visual inspections for electrical and mechanical defects.
Troubleshoot, test, maintain, redesign, rebuild, retrofit, and/or repair circuit breakers and other equipment as applicable to the location.
Prepare consignment equipment for painting, including pressure washing or steam cleaning, applying body filler, and using an orbital sander.
Read and interpret PDS/SDS information for paints, primers, and related industrial or automotive painting products.
Mix paints, solvents, and activators; operate an HVLP pressure pot; and apply primer and topcoats.
Handle materials and transport equipment into and out of the paint room using a forklift or pallet jack.
Palletize, crate, and shrink-wrap equipment; load and unload equipment on trucks.
Complete test reports to company and customer standards and timelines.
Work cooperatively with other departments and team members to complete assignments, improve operations, reduce turnaround times, and streamline processes.
Communicate with the PM, Manager, or designee to resolve problems and transfer relevant information about jobs in process and completed jobs.
Use information from teammates and leadership about customer needs and product requirements to complete jobs effectively.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area and observe applicable safety rules, standards, best practices, policies, and procedures.
Provide offsite technical support as required or assigned by the manager.
Complete other assigned duties.
Hold a valid driver’s license when the position utilizes a company vehicle.