Panel Wireman B

Pieper Automation; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Pieper Automation in Wisconsin seeks a Panel Technician to assemble, wire, and troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic control panels based on customer specifications. You will interpret blueprints, route wires, mount components, and support on-site installations to ensure proper operation.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and clear communication with customers and team members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of related panel fabrication/assembly experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire electrical and pneumatic control panels per specs.
• Interpret blueprints, route wires, and mount components.
• Provide on-site support for installation and operation.
• Collaborate with customers and team to ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain safety standards and report hazards.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Panel Technician is responsible for assembling, wiring, and troubleshooting electrical and pneumatic control panels based on customer specifications. This role involves interpreting blueprints, working on multiple projects simultaneously, and providing on-site support to ensure proper installation and operation. Strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and effective communication with customers and team members is essential.

At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart -- Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom -- Insightful, Integrity -- Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage -- Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility -- Modest and Respectful, Passion -- Unfailing Dedication.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Panel Assembly & Fabrication

• Build and assemble complete electrical and pneumatic control panels based on customer specifications and project requirements
• Interpret and follow detailed blueprints, wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings
• Pull and route wires, mount components, and ensure clean, organized panel layouts

Technical Knowledge & Process Execution

• Apply a strong understanding of electrical circuits, panel design, and component functions
• Use templates and replicate processes to ensure consistency and quality in larger-scale or repeat projects
• Troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic systems to identify and resolve issues during assembly or installation

Project Management, Team/Customer Collaboration & Support

• Work independently or as part of a team to complete multiple projects concurrently under tight deadlines
• Communicate and coordinate with internal teams and external customers to ensure project alignment and timely delivery
• Provide on-site customer support for panel installation, testing, and issue resolution
• Communicate professionally with customers to diagnose, correct, and document panel-related problems at their facilities

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination

• Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.
• Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention.
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents.
• Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.
• Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.

Qualifications And Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
• 3 to 5 years of related experience and/or training

Experience, Skill And Abilities

• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity -- both are non-negotiable
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms
• Be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision to distinguish wire colors

Pieper Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.