Wire Technician

Konik; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Konik, based in Minneapolis, MN, is looking for a detail-oriented Panel Builder/Wire Technician. This role involves assembling, wiring, and testing electrical control panels according to schematics and quality standards.

The successful candidate will possess strong technical skills, the ability to read electrical drawings, and experience with industrial control systems. This position offers a competitive pay rate of $25 - $32/hour and various benefits including health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical certification in electrical or related field.
• Experience in control panel assembly or industrial wiring preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Familiarity with UL508A standards and NEC requirements is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Measure, cut, strip, and terminate wires to ensure accurate connections.
• Assemble electrical components such as relays, switches, and circuit breakers.
• Route and bundle wiring neatly according to industry standards.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform point-to-point continuity checks and basic troubleshooting of wiring issues.
• Label wires, components, and panels for clarity and compliance.

Skills

Electrical schematics interpretation

Wire termination

Assembly of electrical components

Basic troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or technical certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Panel Builder

Minneapolis, MN | $25 - $32/hour | Contract to Hire or Direct Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Panel Builder / Wire Technician to join our control panel shop. This role is responsible for assembling, wiring, and testing electrical control panels in accordance with schematics, wiring diagrams, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, and hands-on experience working with industrial control systems.

Panel Builder Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Measure, cut, strip, and terminate wires to ensure accurate connections.
• Assemble electrical components such as relays, switches, terminal blocks, PLCs, and circuit breakers into control panels.
• Route and bundle wiring neatly and according to industry standards (UL508A).
• Use hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform point-to-point continuity checks and basic troubleshooting of wiring issues.
• Label wires, components, and panels for clarity and compliance.

Panel Builder Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical certification in electrical or related field.
• Experience in control panel assembly or industrial wiring (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Familiarity with UL508A standards and NEC requirements (a plus).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work standing for extended periods.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Konik is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.