Wireperson

Powell Industries•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Powell is an engineered-to-order manufacturer of switchgear and electrical equipment for the power generation industry. The Wireperson performs wiring tasks in the Electrical Assembly department, assembling, installing, and maintaining electrical systems and components. The role works with wiring, cables, and connectors to support the proper functioning of electrical equipment and systems, and may require reading and interpreting electrical schematics and blueprints. The Wireperson works closely with electricians and other technicians, follows safety regulations and industry standards, and helps ensure the integrity and reliability of electrical systems. This is a safety-sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment, with occasional outside activities. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, from 2:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Personal protective equipment is required, and the role may involve working on ladders, scaffolding, or lift equipment at heights generally no higher than 30 feet.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Equivalent Diploma is preferred.
Ability to read and understand point-to-point wiring diagrams.
Ability to read and use a tape measure.
Basic command of English, both written and verbal.
Ability to safely use a variety of hand and power tools.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Ability to follow direction from Senior Assemblers and Lead Assemblers.
Ability to demonstrate on-time delivery and stay focused on goals and responsibilities.
Ability to take initiative, manage multiple tasks, and work toward successful results.
Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes, and product changes.
Integrity and ethical decision-making.
Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable performance of job tasks.
Ability to work effectively within a team and around other departments.
Ability to learn and adhere to manufacturing policies and practices to ensure compliance with ISO requirements.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and respirators when required.
Ability to work from step ladders, A-frame ladders, extension ladders, and scaffolding, and to work at heights generally no higher than 30 feet using proper lift equipment.
Ability to maintain balance and agility while walking, standing, crouching, and ascending or descending stairs.
Ability to bend at the waist and knees and extend arms and hands in any direction repetitively and continuously.
Ability to stand continuously and walk 50–300-foot distances for long periods, with only occasional sitting.
Ability to climb stairs frequently throughout the shift.
Ability to look over the shoulders frequently and work with both arms above shoulder level and at full extension.
Ability to apply or exert force continuously with the upper extremities, up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use hand tools such as tin snips and hammers, as well as vibrating power tools, frequently for long periods.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer knowledge.
Knowledge of calibration.
Ability to read and understand specification sheets and master-copy drawings.

Responsibilities

Use hand tools, including crimpers, strippers, torquing tools, and calibrating tools, to perform tasks.
Run and bundle wires according to Powell wiring standards.
Lay out, install, drill, and tap devices onto doors and back pans.
Install name plates and space heaters.
Install and terminate CTs.
Operate continuity buzzers.
Terminate and run wire for MCC, SWGR, and harnesses according to wire diagrams.
Promote a safety culture and attend all safety meetings.
Keep work areas clean and well organized.
Perform in-process inspections.