Wiring Technician

Mission Critical Group • Bay St. Louis, MS

1d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Wiring Technician provides entry-level support for electrical assembly while learning wiring techniques. The role contributes to a team focused on cycle time, quality, and reducing per-unit costs, while representing Mission Critical Group’s brand, mission, values, and organizational strategy. Working on the production floor, the technician assembles and installs electrical components in enclosures using engineering drawings and instructions, with mentorship and guidance from senior team members or foremen. The position is hourly and non-exempt, with compensation of $20–$22 per hour. Overtime may be required based on production demands, including extended shifts, weekends, or holidays.

Requirements

• 0–1 years of experience using hand tools in a skilled labor environment.
• 0–1 years of experience in electrical or manufacturing assembly.
• Knowledge of production and processing, including raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for effective manufacturing and distribution.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Active listening skills, including understanding others, asking appropriate questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions.
• Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to communicate information and ideas clearly.
• Time-management skills and ability to contribute to effective use of others’ time.
• Quality focus, including carefully following procedures, striving for accuracy, and establishing high standards of work.
• Teamwork and cooperation skills to collaborate with peers and leaders.
• Manual dexterity to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Control precision to adjust machine or vehicle controls repeatedly to exact positions.
• Arm-hand steadiness when moving or holding the arm and hand in position.
• Multi-limb coordination while sitting, standing, or lying down.
• Near vision to see details at close range.
• Customer and service orientation, including actively seeking ways to help people.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to move around the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, terminate, wire, and install electrical components and devices into enclosures according to drawing packages and Engineering Department instructions, under mentorship and guidance.
• Install and mount electrical controls, panels, sensors, and components by reading schematics and other documents to build customized equipment and meet deadlines.
• Use equipment and tools safely and properly, including tape measures, crimpers, drills, hand power tools, overhead cranes, pallet jacks, tilt tables, and sawhorses.
• Apply basic electrical manufacturing knowledge and principles, and read specifications to determine component parts, methods, and sequencing.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area by following safety procedures, rules, quality standards, best practices, and directions from senior team members.
• Assist with cleaning and packing finished products for shipping.
• Identify and report missing materials or production problems that may delay projects or affect quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED