Control Panel Wiring Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ProMinent seeks an experienced shop technician to assemble and wire industrial control panels in a fast-paced environment. You will review prints, verify components, and organize builds to ensure on-time delivery.

You will oversee workload, perform functional testing, document results, and maintain tool inventories. The role requires manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to lift 50–75 pounds while collaborating across teams.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Hands-on use of common hand tools and strong manual dexterity.
• Able to lift 50–75 pounds.
• Attention to detail and reading comprehension.
• Prefer PLC instrumentation setup experience.
• 2 years in production environment or technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire industrial control panels from drawings and schematics.
• Review prints, confirm components, and organize the build.
• Oversee shop workload and scheduling to meet commitments.
• Verify pulled components against BOM and report nonconforming parts.
• Perform functional testing and document results.
• Capture quality data with QC records and test forms.
• Maintain personal tool inventory and keep workspace clean and safe.
• Collaborate with adjacent teams to remove blockers and maintain momentum.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Reading comprehension

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Self-starter

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year technical degree

Education/experience mix

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Shop tools

Wiring and assembly fixtures

Job description

What you'll do — a day in the shopYou’ll turn interrelated wiring schematics, assembly drawings, and detailed Bills of Materials into fully wired, tested control panels. Your day starts by reviewing prints, confirming components, and organizing the build. As work progresses, you’ll coordinate workload and schedules in the panel shop, guide processes to keep projects moving, and ensure every assembly meets our standards.Core impactAssemble and wire industrial control panels from drawings and schematics.Oversee shop workload, basic scheduling, and process flow to meet commitments.Verify pulled components against the BOM; identify and report nonconforming/failed parts.Keep your personal tool inventory in top condition and ready for use.Partner with adjacent teams to remove blockers and maintain project momentum.Perform functional testing on completed systems and document results.Handle Moto Control setup as part of commissioning activities.Capture quality data by completing required QC records and test forms.How we workFollow company policies and procedures with dependable, on-time attendance.Keep a clean, orderly, and safe work area.Hit goals, deadlines, and objectives while supporting our clients, the company, and your team.Protect company confidentiality.Pitch in with additional tasks as needed to achieve company goals.What you bringRequiredHigh school diploma or equivalent.Strong reading comprehension and attention to detail.Mechanical aptitude with excellent manual dexterity.Hands-on experience with common hand tools.Self-starter who works effectively with minimal supervision and shows initiative.Motivated to learn and advance skills.Capable of lifting 50–75 pounds.Adaptable to shifting priorities; comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.Professional communication plus solid organization and documentation habits.Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.PreferredExperience setting up PLC instrumentation.1–2 years in a related production environment, a two-year technical degree, or an equivalent mix of education and experience.Technical proficiencyElectrical schematicsMechanical assembly skillsTools and technologyProgrammable Logic Controller (PLC)Important hiring noticeProMinent prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug test and a background check.