Electrical Controls Technician I

FLANDERS; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FLANDERS is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician I for our Evansville team to assemble and wire control panels and assist with on-site installations. You will work with engineers and other technicians to ensure proper panel setup and documentation.

The role requires a high school diploma with related experience and familiarity with electrical test equipment, and a willingness to learn safety procedures while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience.
• Basic understanding of electrical materials, symbols, components and uses.
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment (DMM, HiPot, Megger).
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic to moderately complex instructions.
• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, hoists, fork lifts, and other equipment.
• Ability to perform simple math operations and fractions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble routine/basic control panels.
• Read and interpret simple electrical layout drawings and diagrams.
• Lay out enclosures, back panels, and components per drawings.
• Install and wire controls per detailed instructions.
• Test continuity and simple functions of control panels.
• Prepare finished assemblies for shipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Electrical theory

Read drawings

Safety procedures

Basic math

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DMM

HiPot

Megger

Overhead cranes

Forklift

Job description

FLANDERS is a world leader in renewing machines for heavy industry, specializing in the largest and most intricate applications. Our expertise encompasses distributing, servicing, repairing, designing, and manufacturing electric rotating machines. Additionally, we take pride in offering cutting-edge AI-powered condition-based monitoring, customized controls, seamless systems integration, and advanced automation solutions.

Our Evansville Team has an opening for an Electrical Controls Technician I! This position will assemble control panels, assist with wiring panels, and assist with on-site installation of panels. May assist with the repair of electrical components.

What You Will Do

• Assemble routine/basic control panels.
• Read and interpret simple electrical layout drawings and diagrams.
• Lay out enclosures, back panels, and components per drawings. Work with Engineer, Designer, Foreman and/or other technicians to ensure proper placement.
• Assemble and mount components to enclosure and back panels after approval.
• Print wire labels and engrave panel tags.
• Assist with installing and wiring controls per detailed electrical instructions/drawings/schematics.
• Perform continuity and simple function test of control panels to verify wiring. Work with Engineer Designer, Foreman, and/or other technicians to correct issues that arise.
• Prepare finished assemblies for shipment including wrapping, packaging, and strapping to skids.
• Assist with tests and repairs of drives, contactors, circuit breakers, encoders and tach generators. Record results.
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper safety equipment including eye, ear, and hand protection.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work environment at all times.
• Operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Promote strong company image and maintain positive working relationships at all times including professional behavior with customers (infrequent) and department co-workers (daily basis).
• Provide outstanding customer service at all times.
• Perform work according to established company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What You Need

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience

Other

• Basic understanding of electrical characteristics of materials and their applications.
• Basic understanding of electrical symbols, and electrical components including their uses and applications.
• Familiarity of electrical test equipment including DMM's, Hipots, Meggar's, etc.
• Knowledge of AC/DC motor control technology highly preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic to moderately complex written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to understand, perform, and retain various job related training, operational, and safety procedures.
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and decision making related to standard/routine duties within set company standards.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, hoists, fork lift trucks, and other equipment.
• Ability to operate hydraulic shear, chop saw, band saw, drill press, etc.