Panel Assembly Technician

PTW Energy Services, Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Overtime 1.5x pay

Extended health benefits after 3 mo.

Employer-matched retirement plan

Referral bonus up to $1,000

Tuition reimbursement for apprentices

Job summary

PTW Energy Services, Inc. is seeking a Panel Assembly Technician for our Panel Shop in Rocky View County, Alberta. The role offers hands-on work building control panels and electrical assemblies in a clean, indoor shop environment with a collaborative team.

The position requires reading wiring diagrams and using hand tools; prior panel experience is helpful, but trainees with the right attitude and curiosity are encouraged to apply. Overtime may be available to meet project demands.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical panel assembly or electronics assembly is preferred; training available for the right attitude.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and basic schematics.
• Mechanical or electronic inclination with careful attention to detail.
• Comfort with hand tools and small power tools such as crimpers and torque drivers.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical and electronic components, sub-assemblies, and full control panels.
• Install wireways, DIN rails, terminal blocks, relays, breakers, and panel hardware.
• Prepare panel cutouts, mechanical layout, and component mounting.
• Route, bundle, ferrule, and terminate wiring per diagrams and schedules.
• Perform point-to-point wiring, cable dressing, and connection verification.
• Assemble wiring harnesses and cable assemblies as required.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and follow shop safety protocols.
• Collaborate to meet production targets and assist with testing/inspection.

Skills

Electrical panel assembly

Electronics assembly

Reading wiring diagrams

Hand tool usage

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Schneider SCADApack

SEL protection & monitoring

Job description

Company Overview:

PTW is a leading provider of Construction, Fabrication, Maintenanceservices. We hire skilled tradespeople who value safety, quality, and career growth.

Role Summary:

We are currently hiring a Panel Assembly Technician to join our Panel Shop in Rocky View County, Alberta. If you have hands‑on experience building control panels or electrical assemblies—or you're motivated to learn and develop in this trade—we want to hear from you!

GOOD TO KNOW

• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Overtime: Overtime is available, depending on project demands
• Location: Rocky View County (must have own transportation)
• Environment: Clean, indoor, well-lit shop with a great crew and strong team culture

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble electrical and electronic components, sub-assemblies, and full control panels.
• Install wireways, DIN rails, terminal blocks, relays, breakers, and panel hardware.
• Prepare and execute panel cutouts, mechanical layout, and component mounting.
• Fabricate and install wire markers, lamacoids, and identification tags.
• Route, bundle, ferrule, and terminate wiring based on wiring diagrams and panel schedules.
• Perform point‑to‑point wiring, cable dressing, and connection verification.
• Assemble wiring harnesses and cable assemblies as required
• Perform basic continuity checks, torque checks, and visual inspections.
• Verify assemblies against BOMs, drawings, and QC checklists.
• Assist with panel testing and inspection prior to FAT.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safe work practices, PPE requirements, and shop protocols.
• Work collaboratively to meet production targets
• Other duties as required

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Experience in electrical panel assembly, electronics assembly, or related manufacturing — however, we are willing to train candidates who have the right attitude, curiosity, and interest in learning.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and basic schematics.
• Mechanically or electronically inclined with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable using hand tools and small power tools (crimpers, drills, torque drivers, etc.).
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and positive attitude.
• Familiarity with Allen‑Bradley, Schneider ScadaPack, or SEL protection and monitoring equipment is an asset.
• Basic understanding of industrial control systems (PLCs, relays, I/O terminals) is an asset.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage
• Overtime opportunities paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate
• Comprehensive extended health benefits after 3 months, including dental and vision coverage, physiotherapy, massage therapy, and mental health support, etc.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, offering up to $1,000 per successful referral
• Apprenticeship tuition reimbursement program
• Starter Toolkit available for purchase for those entering the trades

Why Work for PTW:

Build Your Trade. Build Your Future. Join PTW Energy Services and turn a job into a long‑term career. We are the largest Electrical and Instrumentation contractor in Western Canada with 40 locations and nearly 2,000 workers, we have the scale to keep our crews working. That means steady work, strong leadership, and real opportunity.

To recognize and celebrate employees who exemplify our values, we've established dedicated programs such as our Quarterly Employee Appreciation Recognition Awards, Safety Rewards Program and Milestone Achievement Program, ensuring that excellence, safe work and tenure are consistently acknowledged and never go unnoticed.