Tech Modifications Specialist - Milwaukee

Sonepar USA; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company

Job summary

Viking Electric in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Tech Modification Specialist to build and assemble projects per customer specs, using wiring diagrams and schematics. You will ensure quality and meet production schedules for all projects.

The role requires hands-on fabrication, problem-solving, and teamwork across departments. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, plus familiarity with power and hand tools, is essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years electrical and/or mechanical background, including warehousing and assembly.
• Strong mechanical and analytical aptitude; knowledge of wiring diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Manual dexterity with power and hand tools, and engraving equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.
• Adapt to changes and work under pressure; strong written and verbal communication.
• Work well independently and in teams across departments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic PC skills.
• Able to lift 75 lbs.
• Powered Industrial Equipment certification.
• Color vision adequate.

Responsibilities

• Assemble projects to customer specifications.
• Assist in production of various phases of assemblies and turnkey projects from start to finish.
• Perform light manufacturing of multiple product categories in a fast-paced build shop with defined processes.

Skills

Electrical background

Mechanical background

Wiring diagrams

Electrical schematics

Analytical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power tools

Hand tools

Engraving equipment

Job description

There's a Place for You at Viking Electric.

A career at Viking Electric is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Viking Electric about offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the Midwest and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. At Viking Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Tech Modification Specialist

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Job type: Full time

Schedule: 6:00am -2:30pm Monday - Friday

Hourly pay: $23.00 - $28.00/hr

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What You'll Do

Build and assemble projects based on customer specifications utilizing wiring diagrams, schematics, work orders and pictures provided. Provide quality products as well as meet the production schedule for all projects.

You will...

• Assemble projects to the customer's specifications.
• Assist in production of various phases of assemblies, but also be able to produce a turnkey project from start to finish with direction provided by manager.
• Perform light manufacturing of multiple product categories in a fast-paced build shop, following defined processes for manufacturing accuracy.
• Effectively respond to and interact with all levels of Viking team members and other departments, and with vendors.

What You Bring

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum two years electrical and/or mechanical background, including warehousing and assembly.

• Strong mechanical and analytical aptitude, along with understanding and basic knowledge of wiring diagrams and electrical schematics
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Good manual dexterity and experience with power and hand tools, and engraving equipment
• Strong organizational skills. Able to manage time effectively
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes and handle pressure * Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and as a team member; and collaboratively across departments
• Proficient PC skills: knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook); internet navigation and other PC skills

• Ability to lift 75 lbs.
• Powered Industrial Equipment certification
• No vision hinderances in relation to color

Keywords: warehouse, inventory, distribution, flexible, over time, overtime, operations, logistics,motor transport operator, assembly technician, electrical assemblers, mechanical assembly technician, wiring, assembly

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

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