Panel Technician

Electro-Matic; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Electro-Matic, a SunSource company, specializes in supplying automation components and solutions to leading U.S. manufacturers. The role involves installing electrical wiring, assembling components in control cabinets and industrial equipment, and working from blueprints and wiring diagrams in a warehouse setting.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years of assembly experience, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Some travel may be required for offsite builds.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• MS Office skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to read and understand assembly prints and wiring diagrams.
• Attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Experience passing EMP panel wiring test or similar.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent assembly experience.

Responsibilities

• Installs electrical wiring and assembles components in control cabinets and related equipment per blueprints.
• Wires assemblies for electrical installations according to wiring specifications.
• Drills, taps, and mounts components to enclosures and control units.
• Solders connections and crimps connectors to wire ends.
• Assists with troubleshooting and clarifying assembly issues with supervisor.

Skills

Business writing skills

MS Office

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Understanding assembly prints

Panel wiring test

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-2 years assembly experience

Job description

Electro-Matic, a SunSource company, has helped transform American industry by supplying automation components and solutions to leading U.S. manufacturers. Today, Electro-Matic continues to leverage the value of emerging technologies by developing practical applications for industrial, commercial, and retail markets. As a technology company, we help our customers enjoy the benefit of a supplier partner intently focused on delivering strong value-for-value relationships while turning innovation into value. www.electo-matic.com

Requirements

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills and have effective oral and written communication skills.

Valid forklift certification.

Competencies

• Strong business, creative, and technical writing skills
• Proficiency in MS office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Effective interpersonal, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to multitask
• Ability to understand assembly prints and to assemble with quality and accuracy
• Required to successfully pass the EMP panel wiring test

Required Education And/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or
• 1-2 years of assembly experience

Work Environment

Position is an indoor warehouse setting with moderate noise levels including voices, office equipment, and foot traffic sounds. Employee may interact with customers, sales representatives, and other internal departments.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit at desk for extended periods of time
• Use arms, hands, and fingers to handle, feel, and reach for items
• Listen to and talk with fellow staff and internal and external customers
• Frequently required to crouch, crawl, stoop, or kneel
• Be able to lift 50 pounds

Travel

Some travel could be required for offsite builds.

Job Summary

Installs electrical wiring and assembles components in control cabinets, electrical and industrial equipment, and related industrial apparatus, according to blueprints and wiring diagrams by performing the following duties.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
• Squares, aligns, and assembles enclosures, back plates or components
• Lays out diagram for electrical installations according to wiring specifications
• Drills and taps holes in specified locations for mounting control units
• Wires assembly for electrical installations according to wiring specifications
• Attaches breakers, relays, contacts, bus bars, transformers, insulators, meters, plugging devices, and fuse blocks to mounting holes with bolts and screws
• Cuts, strips, bends, and forms wire, wire cable, conduit, pipe, and tubing used to connect circuits and subassemblies
• Solders connections and crimps connectors to wire ends
• Adjusts electrical assemblies
• Discusses errors in diagrams or production order with supervisor or engineer to clarify assembly problems
• Installs back plates as required
• Installs PEM nuts as needed for mounting additional components
• Installs all fans and filters according to specifications
• May act as a Team Lead disseminating jobs, approving timecards, etc

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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