Electrical Technician 2

Socket.dev; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Electrical Technician II to build and repair electrical panels and systems for industrial machinery in our Sturgis, MI facility. You will follow schematics and electrical code, ensuring quality and timely production within a fast-paced team.

The role requires troubleshooting, high voltage awareness, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset to meet safety and performance targets. Day-to-day work includes hands-on assembly and diagnostic tasks across multiple departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven ability to advance from Electrical Technician I.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Math skills and ability to use measurement tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and adaptability.
• Drug screen clearance prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Wire electrical panels following schematics and blueprints.
• Understand power wiring and conduit for machines.
• Connect power wires and cables safely between machines.
• Diagnose faulty components using test equipment.
• Work with high voltage safely.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Interpret blueprints to assemble finished electrical products.
• Move between assembly electrical areas as needed.
• Arrive on time and stay engaged throughout shift.
• Document patterns in processes and problems.
• Participate in regular reviews and goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Math skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license

Cranes and man-lifts

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Position: Electrical Technician 2 Salary Grade: 5

Primary Purpose: Build and repair electrical panels, systems, and components for industrial machinery and equipment following schematics, blueprints, and electrical code, for departments at Burr Oak Tool. Use a quality mindset and efficient workstyle to ensure products are prepared correctly.

Roles: Expected behaviors and activities performed to fulfill responsibilities

• Practice and encourage the best safety practices resulting in zero lost time within department.
• Implement and practice effective 5S and participate in regular team 5S audits.
• Set an example of working hard and doing the right things, exhibit energy and positivity.
• Understand and achieve Reasonable Expectations (REs) for current position and responsibilities (excellent productivity and quality) and participate in regular team process audits.
• Engage in clear, courteous, effective, honest, and open communications with team members and others within and outside the department and company.
• Develop and seek positive relationships; actively participate in regular huddles and goal setting.
• Solve issues utilizing problem solving process and prioritizing processes and routines.
• Accountable to follow instruction and established routines and processes to achieve results.

Responsibilities: Quantifiable metrics to which a person is held accountable

• Correctly and with a quality focus wire electrical panels following schematics and blueprints.
• Understand power supply wiring and conduit for machines following manuals, schematics, and blueprints using hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
• Accurately and safely connect power supply wires and cables to and between machines and equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctioning components such as transformers, motors, and other electrical assemblies using test equipment, and bring to an effective workable solution.
• Qualified to work with high voltage.
• Familiarity with and ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Advance knowledge of blueprints and schematics with the ability to correctly interpret these to create a finished electrical product.
• Ability to understand machine assemblies and move between assembly electrical areas.
• Arrive at work and position consistently on time; remain present and engaged the entire assigned shift.
• Able to recognize and document patterns in process and problem solving.
• Participate in regular employee reviews including setting and achieving goals.

Essential qualifications and skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven ability to master electrical technician 1 role.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to receive forklift license and learn to operate cranes and man-lifts.
• Must have math skills and ability to utilize various measurement tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful, mature, and flexible.
• Ability to remain calm and determined to attain goals.
• High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
• Documentation of a current drug screen must be provided prior to start date.