Prefabrication Technician

carolinapowercareers; Columbia, West Columbia (SC, SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaPower is seeking Pre-Fabrication Technicians for full-time roles in the Southeast, including industrial, commercial, healthcare and federal sectors. The position offers benefits and regular, full-time status with pay range dependent on experience and skills.

Responsibilities include assembling electrical devices and systems, reading drawings, material handling, and maintaining a safe, organized workspace. We value teamwork and commitment to continuous improvement and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of relevant fabrication experience.
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematics.
• Basic math skills and safety-conscious approach.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical devices, components, and systems in a workshop.
• Measure, cut, bend, paint and label components per drawings.
• Fabricate products from various materials.
• Read and follow assembly instructions and drawings.
• Handle materials and inventory; load/unload trucks and pack pallets.

Skills

Reading schematics

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Our Employee-Owned company has immediate full-time openings for a Pre-Fabrication Technicians in the Southeast. This position will work within Industrial, Commercial, Healthcare and Federal businesses and be part of an amazing and GROWING team! All positions are regular, full-time and benefits eligible. Pay range depending on experience, skills, and knowledge.

Job Duties:

• Assembling electrical devices, components, and systems in a work shop environment
• Measuring, cutting, bending, painting and labeling components per design drawings.
• Fabricating products out of different materials.
• Read and understand assembling instructions/worksheets/drawings provided.
• Select materials and assemble components per drawings and direction of supervisor.
• Use small hand tools and power tools as instructed.
• Work productively through repetitive tasks.
• Material handling - inventory control, storage and organizing.
• Loading and unloading material trucks by hand or with equipment.
• Packing and palletizing products.
• Keep work are clean and free of clutter and hazards.
• Identify waste and recommend elimination methods.
• Recommend continuous process improvement strategies.
• Perform other tasks as directed by the shop supervisor.
• Pre-plan and identify the methods needed to eliminate hazards on a daily basis for every work task.
• Exhibit proficiency in observing the habits of others, while bringing any hazards or potential dangers to their attention.
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company while supporting the objective of achieving zero accidents.

Requirements:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required
• 1+ year relevant experience
• Possess basic math skills
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematics

Experience, Skill and Abilities:

• Provide knowledge, skills and availabilities needed to perform the jobs (i.e. language, software applications, etc.)
• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non-negotiable
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent time spent in warehouse and shop, exposing employee to noise and moving machinery
• Lift at least 50 pounds
• Constant moving on your feet
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers

CarolinaPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CarolinaPower is one of five leading electrical and mechanical contracting and construction companies within the PPC Partners, Inc family of companies. At CarolinaPower, our people are our power. As a premier electrical contractor, our people are what enable us to stand out in our industry. They’re the reason for our success. Founded on the principle that every person should strive to first and foremost be a servant leader, we work tirelessly to keep our people safe, enlighten and stimulate their minds, and teach them how to be good stewards of the community in a genuinely serving way. From these efforts, we’ve grown into a truly unique company. By putting our people first, we are able to consistently deliver to the highest quality standards in the industry and develop lasting relationships with our customers.

Our people thrive in this entrepreneurial structure that encourages every individual to learn and grow. Our commitment to the advancement of our people is unique to our industry and keeps our company strong. We invest in our people not just professionally, but personally as well through our continuing education and development opportunities. As one employee improves the company improves, and we move forward stronger together. We believe in this so much that we annually survey our employee engagement to ensure we’re living by the golden rule, and maintaining an environment that motivates, challenges, and values our people. Each year, we score above the industry average.