Controls Panel Technician

Rohner Mechanical Inc; Vancouver, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rohner Mechanical Inc in Vancouver, WA is seeking an industrious Full Time Manual Laborer to assemble industrial control panels from schematics and BOMs. You will lay out enclosures, mount components, and connect conductors following Rohner standards and UL 508A practices.

Applicants should read electrical diagrams, utilize a multimeter, and verify part numbers with precision. The role requires safe handling of test equipment, attention to detail, and the ability to work بالص independently or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; electrical, industrial controls, mechatronics, or related training preferred.
• Experience building industrial control panels in a UL 508A environment strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and build accurately from electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, panel layouts, and bills of material.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical components, conductor preparation, grounding/bonding, labeling, and terminal practices.
• Ability to use a multimeter and basic electrical test equipment safely within assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math involving fractions and decimals.
• Strong attention to detail, neat workmanship, documentation discipline, and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work independently, ask questions when requirements are unclear, and contribute effectively to a team.
• Formal UL 508A training or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build industrial control panels from approved schematics, panel layouts, bills of material, work orders, and revision-controlled documentation.
• Lay out and mount enclosures, back panels, DIN rail, wire duct, terminal blocks, disconnects, motor controls, power supplies, PLC/HMI components, relays, breakers, transformers, and related devices.
• Measure, cut, strip, crimp, route, terminate, label, and secure conductors using specified wire types, colors, sizes, ferrules, lugs, and torque values.
• Apply UL 508A panel-construction practices and Rohner standards, including component suitability, spacing, grounding/bonding, labeling, and workmanship requirements.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, point-to-point wiring, terminal plans, and component specifications.
• Verify panel layout, component part numbers, wire numbers, terminal designations, and schematic revisions before and during the build.
• Perform continuity checks, point-to-point verification, torque verification, visual inspection, and other de-energized tests as assigned.
• Support controlled functional testing and troubleshooting under authorized procedures; correct wiring or documentation discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate redlines, inspection records, test records, material usage, and nonconformance documentation.
• Protect sensitive components from damage and maintain ESD controls where required.
• Use hand tools, power tools, meters, labelers, and test equipment safely and correctly within training and authorization.
• Coordinate with Controls Engineering, Production, Quality, and other departments to resolve build questions and improve standardization.
• Maintain a clean, organized panel shop and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read electrical schematics

Use multimeter

Conductor preparation

Measurement and math

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

UL 508A training or certification (plus)

Tools

Test equipment

Tape measure

Job description

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Full Time Manual Labor Vancouver, WA, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1050

Salary Range: $22.00 To $28.00 Hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build industrial control panels from approved schematics, panel layouts, bills of material, work orders, and revision-controlled documentation.
• Lay out and mount enclosures, back panels, DIN rail, wire duct, terminal blocks, disconnects, motor controls, power supplies, PLC/HMI components, relays, breakers, transformers, and related devices.
• Measure, cut, strip, crimp, route, terminate, label, and secure conductors using specified wire types, colors, sizes, ferrules, lugs, and torque values.
• Apply UL 508A panel-construction practices and Rohner standards, including component suitability, spacing, grounding/bonding, labeling, and workmanship requirements.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, point-to-point wiring, terminal plans, and component specifications.
• Verify panel layout, component part numbers, wire numbers, terminal designations, and schematic revisions before and during the build.
• Perform continuity checks, point-to-point verification, torque verification, visual inspection, and other de-energized tests as assigned.
• Support controlled functional testing and troubleshooting under authorized procedures; correct wiring or documentation discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate redlines, inspection records, test records, material usage, and nonconformance documentation.
• Protect sensitive components from damage and maintain ESD controls where required.
• Use hand tools, power tools, meters, labelers, and test equipment safely and correctly within training and authorization.
• Coordinate with Controls Engineering, Production, Quality, and other departments to resolve build questions and improve standardization.
• Maintain a clean, organized panel shop and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; electrical, industrial controls, mechatronics, or related training preferred.
• Experience building industrial control panels in a UL 508A environment strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and build accurately from electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, panel layouts, and bills of material.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical components, conductor preparation, grounding/bonding, labeling, and terminal practices.
• Ability to use a multimeter and basic electrical test equipment safely within assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math involving fractions and decimals.
• Strong attention to detail, neat workmanship, documentation discipline, and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to work independently, ask questions when requirements are unclear, and contribute effectively to a team.
• Formal UL 508A training or certification is a plus.

Safety, Quality, and Team Expectations

• Follow all company safety rules, lockout/tagout requirements, PPE requirements, and equipment-specific procedures applicable to assigned work.
• Stop work and promptly report injuries, hazards, near misses, defective equipment, and quality concerns.
• Produce work to current drawings, specifications, and quality standards; do not knowingly pass defects to the next operation.
• Communicate respectfully, support coworkers, accept coaching, and contribute to a team-oriented workplace.
• Follow company policies and perform work only within assigned training and authorization.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand and walk for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequently bend, reach, push, pull, grip, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Lift, carry, and position materials or components weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively, with assistance or lifting equipment when appropriate.
• Work around moving equipment, sharp sheet-metal edges, noise, dust, and varying temperatures while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain the visual acuity, manual dexterity, and coordination needed to perform accurate fabrication or assembly work.

Schedule and Attendance

• Maintain reliable, punctual attendance and report ready to work at the scheduled start time.
• Work overtime, alternate shifts, and flexible hours as production needs require.