Electrical Panel Wirer I

C5ISR (Gichner Systems Group, Inc.); Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

C5ISR (Gichner Systems Group, Inc.) is seeking an Electrical Panel Wirer to prepare and install wiring of signal and power circuits for shelter systems, ensuring high quality at the lowest possible cost.

You will read schematics, locate components, perform wiring, crimping, soldering where certified, test with multi-meters, and maintain tools. A HS diploma and 1 year experience required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational degree in related electrical field preferred.
• Minimum one year of relevant experience.
• Must supply basic hand tools to perform job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, locate and install wiring circuits, harnesses, and cable assemblies in shelter systems.
• Install large wire connectors, multi-pin connectors, fiber optics as needed.
• Cut, label, strip, and crimp wire; solder when certified.
• Use test equipment to troubleshoot sub-assemblies and wiring; may work with live circuits.
• Maintain, clean, and adjust tools and equipment; ensure a safe work environment.
• Operate drills, crimpers, and wire cutting/stripping machines; follow PPE rules.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Schematic interpretation

Electrical knowledge

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational degree in electrical field preferred

Tools

Wire crimpers

Soldering equipment

Multimeters

Job description

General Job Summary

The Electrical Panel Wirer is responsible for preparing and installing electrical wiring of signal and power circuits for shelters to achieve quality and integrity of products at the lowest possible cost.

Essential Job Functions

• Uses written instructions, prints, schematics, and verbal instructions to prepare, locate and install wiring circuits, harnesses, cable assemblies, electrical sub-assemblies, and accessories in shelter systems. This includes both benchwork and shelter installations.
• The installation of large wire connectors, different-sized multi-pin connectors, cable assemblies, ESD knowledge, handling, and installation of fiber optic cables.
• Using the associated tools and equipment performs different operations such as wire cutting, labeling, stripping, and crimping all wire sizes.
• When certified, performs soldering operations that include all wire sizes (large to small) using soldering stations, soldering pots, resistance, and induction soldering equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining, cleaning, and adjusting tools and equipment for electrical operations.
• Uses test equipment (i.e., fixed gages, power supplies, multi-meters) to perform continuity and troubleshoot problems on electrical sub-assemblies, bench, and shelter wiring installations. This may include live circuits.
• Use various tools, including electric/pneumatic drills, rivet poppers, hand/pneumatic wire terminal crimpers, and Artos and Komax wire cutting and stripping machines.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Performs other related duties and assignments.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• Ability to obtain IPC J-STD, IPC-610, and IPC/WHMA-620 certifications.
• Knowledge of Control Circuit Wiring.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Knowledge of 120/220 single-phase wiring and all applications of different voltages of three-phase wiring.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• A vocational degree in related electrical field is preferred.
• Minimum one year of relevant experience.
• Must supply basic hand tools to perform job requirements.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Shop Floor environment / shared workbench or workstation.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate constant noise (i.e., machine motors).
• Ability to work safely in the presence of hazardous chemicals and hazardous conditions.
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.