Switchgear Tech 1 - 2nd Shift - (Conversion Temp to Perm)

PowerSecure, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.

401(k) matching

Vacation, company holidays, PTO

Flexible spending accounts/Health sav

Wellness incentive programs

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is seeking an entry-level assembler for switchgear. You will assemble from components to the finished product, build structures, wire back panels and doors, and install breakers, including low and medium voltage and control panels.

The role focuses on precise assembly and readiness to operate hand and power tools in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and safety practices.
• Ability to read and understand an electrical drawing and schematics.
• Proficient with hand tools.
• Able to read a tape measure and other measuring devices.
• Successfully complete the onboarding training program.

Responsibilities

• Assemble switchgear from component level to completed product.
• Build the structure, wire the back panel and doors, and install breakers.
• Assemble low voltage, medium voltage and controls panels.

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Machines and equipment

Job description

This position is the entry level position for individuals responsible for the assembly and fabrication of switchgear. This position includes building the structure, wiring the back pan and doors, and assembling the bus and installation of the breakers. The focus of this position is the assembly of switchgear from the component level to completed product. This position includes the assembly of low voltage, medium voltage and controls panels.

Minimum Qualifications

• Attention to detail
• Ability to read and understand an electrical drawing and schematics
• Proficient with hand tools
• Able to read a tape measure and other measuring devices
• Successfully complete the on boarding training program

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be able to measure to 1/16th of an inch
• Must understand torque values and how they correspond to components.
• Drill and tap holes, crimps, screws, bolts, rivets, mount control units, and to provide openings for elements, wiring, and instruments using hand tools, power tools, machines and equipment.
• Electrical wire and cable routing skills and the understanding of standard wiring workmanship as it pertains to quality
• Determine if own work is complete and correct as specified by instructions, drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate daily tasks with others to align priorities for smooth assembly operations
• Ability to read/execute electrical schematics and/or drawings, and engineering sketches
• Must have troubleshooting skills
• Mark and tag components, wiring, and connections to identify circuits and assemblies
• Ability to use hand and power tools

About Us

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers.

Join Our Power Team!
We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay and a matching 401 (k) plan
• Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO- personal and sick days)
• Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

This position is not open to third party recruiters.