Electrical Assembler

Powell

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 56,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive health insurance for you

401k savings

annual bonus potential

generous paid time off

professional development opportunities

company-sponsored wellness programs

collaborative work environment

Job summary

Powell seeks an Electrical Assembler to perform bending, running, installing, and terminating electrical conduit in power control rooms. This full-time, on-site role follows a four-ten schedule: Monday–Thursday 5:00am–3:30pm in Houston, TX.

You will install devices, bend conduit, install wireway and cable tray, pull wires, terminate cables, and read drawings and tape measures while following NEC standards and safety policies to ensure quality and lean, organized production environments.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED with 1 year of manufacturing experience.
Basic English language skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic calculations.
Familiarity with electrical tools and safety policies.

Responsibilities

Install electrical devices such as disconnects, lights, panel boards, and transformers.
Bend, run, and install conduit (EMT and Rigid).
Install wireway and cable tray; pull and terminate wires.
Cut, strip, and crimp wires; follow NEC standard work instructions.
Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow safety practices.

Skills

Basic math

English language skills

Mechanical knowledge

Tape measure reading

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Air tools

Hand tools

Power tools

GB Sidewinder bender (EMT/Rigid)

Cable tray installation tools

Wire pulling tools

Job description

Powell is an engineered to order manufacturer of switchgear and electrical equipment for the power generation industry. The Electrical Assembler will perform various duties on power control rooms including bending, running, installing, and terminating electrical conduit. Four 10s Schedule: Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm

Essential Responsibilities

Install electrical devices (disconnects, lights, panel boards, transformers, battery chargers, lighting contactors, VFDs, etc.)
Bend, run, and install conduit (EMT and Rigid)
Install wireway
Install cable tray
Pull wire and large cable
Cut, strip, crimp, and terminate wires
Install wiring by following standard work/process instructions (NEC Manual)
Learn and adhere to all safety policies and practices to avoid safety incidents
Learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure consistent production
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

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of high school diploma or GED and 1 year of relevant manufacturing experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience
Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Knowledge of air, hand, and power tools
Basic mechanical knowledge
Ability to read a tape measure

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to bend conduit on a GB Sidewinder style bender (EMT and Rigid)
Experience installing cable tray
Experience installing wire way
Ability to crimp and terminate wires
Ability to read drawings or blueprints
Working knowledge of electricity, circuits, and functions of common components (panel boards, transformers, disconnects, terminal blocks, relays, lighting contactors, etc.)
Basic exposure to and awareness of NEC

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

New hires will run through an 8-week training course and must be able to pass written and hands on tests covering topics listed under Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Training class will be conducted on 1st shift regardless of what shift the individual is employed on.
Employee is expected to meet or exceed established productivity run rates within 6 months of date of hire

Working & Environmental Conditions

Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Constantly standing
Frequently working from a ladder and climbing up and down ladders.
Constantly working overhead
Constantly working in cramped quarters

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.