Wiring Technician - Day Shift

Powell Industries, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell Canada Inc. in Edmonton is seeking a Wiring Technician to support the manufacturing process in the Wiring department.

The role involves electrical part installation, wiring, crimping, and ensuring workmanship aligns with ISO standards, while maintaining a safe, organized work environment. Qualifications include a high school diploma and 0–1 year manufacturing experience; candidates must read prints and measurements, use hand, electric, and air tools, and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read prints and wiring diagrams.
• Basic math and measurement skills (tape measure).
• Safety training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Electrical part installation such as relays, meters, switches, etc.
• Wiring: anchoring, tie-wrapping, routing, push buttons, flagging, & wire tagging.
• Crimping and Wire/Cable Stripping.
• Promotes a safety culture and attends safety meetings.
• Ensure quality by following standard work/process instructions and identifying potential risks to product quality.
• Ensure work areas remain clean and well organized.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Reading schematics

English proficiency

ISO compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Electric tools

Air tools

Vibrating tools

Job description

Powell People Solving Tough Problems

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the Wiring Technician will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor of the Wiring department. The Wiring Technician will be responsible for assisting the manufacturing process for various products and materials through electrical part installation.

Essential Responsibilities

• Electrical part installation such as: relays, meters, switches, etc.
• Wiring: Anchoring, tie-wrapping, routing, push buttons, flagging, & wire tagging.
• Crimping and Wire/Cable Stripping.
• Promotes a safety culture as well as attends all safety meetings.
• Ensure quality by following standard work/process instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
• Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.
• Other duties as required.

Job Requirements - Core Competencies

• Knowledge of hand, electric, air tools and some vibrating tools.
• Conscientious, thorough, accurate and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.
• Ability to read prints including: specification sheets, wiring diagrams, schematics, three-line drawings, wiring lists, and part drawings.
• Able to work effectively within the team and around other departments and their activities.
• Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.
• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Qualifications

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma is required.
• 0-1 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic ability performing mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read a tape measure (this includes conversions from fraction to decimal and conversely from decimal to fractions).
• Safety training certificates are an asset for the position.

Work Authorization: This is a permanent position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of hire. Immigration sponsorship is not typically available and will be considered only where supported by business needs and applicable legal requirements.

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.
• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders) and scaffolding.
• Working at heights usually no higher than 30 feet in the air on or using proper lift equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously.
• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting.
• Must be able to climb stairs frequently throughout the shift.
• Able to frequently look over shoulders, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force continuously up to 50lbs.
• Ability to use hand tools such as tin snips, hammer, and power tools (some vibrating), for long periods of time with frequent repetition.

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing, valve servicing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.

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