Switchgear Assembly - Wiring

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. is seeking a skilled wiring technician to install and terminate wiring on assembled electrical systems.

You will ensure wiring follows diagrams and is organized for low and medium voltage applications, with installation of components per assembly drawings. The role involves interpreting schematics, wiring control panels, and supporting lean manufacturing while maintaining a professional image in all interactions with customers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Ability to read engineering and manufacturing documents including BOMs, drawings, assembly instructions, wiring schematics.

Responsibilities

• Wire various control panel products.
• Install electrical components.
• Interpret electrical schematics/diagrams.
• Cut, strip, crimp and wire various AWG gauges per print with high accuracy.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with shop staff to drive improvements.
• Project a professional image in communications with customers, vendors and suppliers.
• Assist in manufacturing areas to support lean processes.

Skills

Read schematics

Hand‑eye coordination

Team player

Good communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Install and terminate wiring onto newly assembled complex electrical systems. You will ensure wiring is run in a professional and organized manner that meets requirements of wiring diagrams and schematics. Wiring will be performed on low and medium voltage systems. Installation of electrical components per assembly drawing.

Job Details

Location: Champlin and Dayton
Hours: 5am - 3:30pm M - Th

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Wire various control panel products
• Install electrical components
• Interpret electrical schematics/diagrams
• Cut, strip, crimp and wire various AWG gauges per print with high degree of accuracy
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with shop employees to promote feedback to drive product improvement
• Project a positive, professional image of the company in all communications with customers, vendors and suppliers
• Make recommendations to management on manufacturing processes to promote lean manufacturing
• Assist in other areas of manufacturing as needed

Required Skills

• Technical knowledge and ability to read various engineering and manufacturing documents including Bill of Materials, assembly drawings, assembly instructions, wiring schematics and diagrams.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination and physical condition
• Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish daily tasks.

Additional Skills

• Proven experience in wiring electrical components and systems
• Technical knowledge and ability to read various engineering and manufacturing documents including Bill of Materials, assembly drawings, assembly instructions, wiring schematics and diagrams.

Benefits

• PTO/ESST
• Paid holidays
• $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
• Paid weekly
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401K / Life Insurance / STD