Control Panel Technician

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a motivated Control Panel Technician in Appleton, WI to assemble and wire industrial control panels and cabinets from blueprints and wiring diagrams.

You will work hands-on in a shop environment, reading prints and wiring diagrams, and contributing to clean, defect-free builds. This entry-level role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and a readiness to learn as you support robotic system components and aluminum-framed assemblies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 1 year mechanical assembly or electrical assembly experience and/or training, or equivalent combination.
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize work.
• Excellent reading and interpretation of prints and documentation.
• Comfort with decision making, gathering facts, and analyzing options.
• Problem-solving mindset, individually and in groups.
• Preferred understanding of electrical components and schematics.
• Basic math and financial concepts (markup, margin, discounts).
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire components for industrial control panels and cabinets according to blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Work independently or as part of a team on panel and cabinet builds.
• Assist with mechanical assembly for robotic systems when needed.
• Assemble components using extruded aluminum materials.
• Deliver defect-free control panel construction that meets customer expectations.
• Assist other associates to keep projects moving and meet deadlines.
• Communicate print or drawing inaccuracies to the Project Manager or Shop Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized shop area and proper tool storage.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Electrical assembly

Mechanical assembly

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Control Panel Technician - Build the Brains Behind Industrial Automation

Turn blueprints into real-world control systems

You like working with your hands, reading a print, and seeing a clean, wired control panel come together from scratch. This role puts you right at the heart of industrial automation, assembling and wiring the control systems that keep manufacturing moving.

You’ll build and wire industrial control panels and cabinets from blueprints and wiring diagrams, sometimes teaming up on robotic systems and aluminum-framed assemblies.

Every panel you touch has to be clean, accurate, and defect free.

If you’ve got some mechanical or electrical assembly experience and a real desire to learn, this is a strong entry point toward engineering or the electrical trade.

If that sounds like your path, we want to talk to you.

What You'll Work On

You’ll be hands-on with the core hardware that drives industrial control and automation projects:

• Industrial control panels and cabinets
• Mechanical assembly for robotic systems
• Extruded aluminum component assemblies
• Value-add distribution assemblies
• Blueprints and wiring diagrams
• Shop tools and shared workspaces
• Service reporting and basic documentation

You’ll use basic power and hand tools, along with standard office software including Microsoft Office Suite.

Precision, cleanliness, and clear communication are the core of this job.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assemble and wire components for industrial control panels and cabinets according to blueprints and wiring diagrams
• Work independently or as part of a team on panel and cabinet builds
• Assist with mechanical assembly for robotic systems when needed
• Assemble components using extruded aluminum materials
• Deliver defect-free control panel construction that meets customer expectations
• Assist other associates as needed to keep projects moving
• Prioritize your work schedule to meet project commitments and deadlines
• Work overtime as needed to complete projects
• Use basic power and hand tools safely and proficiently
• Communicate any print or drawing inaccuracies to the Project Manager and/or Shop Supervisor
• Maintain a clean, organized shop/work area, including putting tools away, sweeping, and taking out garbage
• Support value-add distribution assembly activities
• Contribute to a positive P&L statement through quality and efficiency
• Complete other duties as assigned in support of the team

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma
• 1 year mechanical assembly or electrical assembly experience and/or training, or equivalent combination
• Solid time management skills and ability to prioritize work
• Exceptional desire and openness to learning new concepts
• Ability to interpret written information, including prints and documentation
• Comfort with decision making, gathering facts, and analyzing options
• Problem-solving mindset, individually and in group settings
• Preferred understanding of electrical components and schematics
• Basic financial and math skills (markup, margin, discounts)
• Computing/software skills including Microsoft Office Suite

The Experience That Will Really Get Our Attention

You’ve spent time in a shop or industrial environment, assembling or wiring equipment, and you take pride in building clean, well-routed panels. You’re comfortable reading diagrams, asking questions when something doesn’t look right, and documenting what you do.

You see this as more than just a job – it’s a way to break into engineering, automation, or the electrical trade, and you show drive, initiative, and strong teamwork every day.

High‑impact skills and tools:

• industrial control panels
• mechanical assembly
• electrical assembly
• wiring diagrams
• blueprints
• robotic system assembly support
• extruded aluminum assembly
• Microsoft Office Suite
• customer support
• problem solving
• time management

Why This Opportunity?

This is a hands‑on role where your work turns directly into working control systems for real customers. You’ll see the full build process, from print to finished panel, and know your craftsmanship made the difference.

You’ll be part of a team that values open communication, meeting customer needs, and continuous learning. If you want to grow in automation, engineering, or the electrical trade, this is a solid starting point with real responsibility from day one.

You won’t be stuck at a desk – you’ll be on the floor, tools in hand, seeing visible results every day.

Remote work is not available for this position.

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.

May be required to work hours outside of the typical 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. day.

Comfort working in a moderate to loud shop environment.

Interested?

If you’re ready to build real industrial control panels, sharpen your skills, and grow your future in automation or the electrical trade, let’s connect.

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