Assembly Technician I

Bls Us; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bls Us is seeking an entry to mid-level assembler to perform basic electrical and mechanical assembly in a Colorado shop environment, following developed drawings and specifications.

The role entails fabricating control panels, enclosures, and solar skids, wiring, hardware installation, and assembly while maintaining safety and quality standards. On-site position in Fort Collins, with growth opportunities in fabrication and assembly processes.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Manual dexterity and use of hand/power tools.
• Ability to read production blueprints, diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Comfort reading and interpreting color-coded wiring.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Outlook and Excel).
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Forklift operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all work safety procedures, company policies, and OSHA rules.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Fabrication of industrial control panels, junction boxes, and solar power skids from established drawings.
• Level I basic electrical wiring: Basic proficiency in reading and interpreting panel drawings.
• Maintain time tracking, inventory, and quality records.
• Package and prepare projects for shipment.
• Make changes as directed by Fab shop leads and managers.
• Perform housekeeping duties to keep work areas clean and hazard-free.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Blueprint reading

Diagrams and electrical schematics

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)

Physical stamina

Forklift operation (preferred)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

JOB OVERVIEW: Perform basic electrical and mechanical assembly, including fabrication of products according to standard specifications and instructions in a shop environment from developed drawings.

Requirements

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with all work safety procedures, company policies, and OSHA rules.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Fabrication of industrial control panels, junction boxes, and solar power skids from established drawings.
• Level I basic electrical wiring:

1. Basic proficiency in reading and interpreting panel drawings.
2. Ability to measure, cut, strip, correctly label, and terminate wire based on drawings, and specifications.
3. Installation of mounting hardware, necessary electrical components (PLC components, telecommunications hardware, circuit breakers, contacts, etc..).
4. Installation of batteries and solar panels.
5. Basic understanding of electrical panel components.

• Safe handling and mounting delicate electronic components.
• Fiberglass enclosure modification
• Metal fabrication including layout, cutting, drilling, tapping, and forming enclosures, brackets, and panels
• Assembly and fabrication of mechanical and pipe assemblies based on standard shop drawings.
• Compare actual materials used to Bill of Materials records for accuracy for panel assembly.
• Keep accurate records for time tracking, inventory, and quality.
• Package and prepare projects for shipment.
• Ability to make changes as directed by Fab shop leads and managers.
• Perform housekeeping duties to keep work areas clean, organized, and create a hazard free workspace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude, and manual dexterity
• Knowledge and skills using both hand and power tools
• Ability to read and understand production blueprints, diagrams, and electrical schematics Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Physical strength with the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 60 pounds
• Ability to distinguish colors to ensure proper wiring.
• Must have strong teamwork and communication skills
• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook and Excel
• Ability to operate a forklift preferred