Wireman III – Senior (Manufacturing)

Butcher Power Products; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Butcher Power Products in California seeks a senior Wireman III to lead complex electrical assemblies and provide advanced troubleshooting. This individual mentors Wireman I and II and collaborates closely with engineering on prototypes, NPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes technical leadership without formal management, and a focus on quality, safety, and process improvements within manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of electrical assembly or wireman experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Proven ability to work independently on complex builds.

Responsibilities

• Execute and lead complex electrical and control panel assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Perform advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis.
• Support prototype, NPI, and engineering change builds.
• Collaborate with Engineering to resolve design or manufacturability issues.
• Provide technical guidance and on‑the‑job mentoring to Wireman I and II staff.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to improve quality, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Ensure work meets quality, safety, and compliance standards.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Wiring expertise

Troubleshooting

Schematic interpretation

Documentation skills

Technical leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Wireman III is a senior, highly skilled individual contributor responsible for complex electrical assemblies, advanced troubleshooting, and supporting higher‑level builds. This role serves as a technical mentor to Wireman I and II team members and partners closely with engineering on prototype, NPI, and continuous improvement efforts. This position is not a people‑manager role.

Job Summary

The Wireman III is a senior, highly skilled individual contributor responsible for complex electrical assemblies, advanced troubleshooting, and supporting higher‑level builds. This role serves as a technical mentor to Wireman I and II team members and partners closely with engineering on prototype, NPI, and continuous improvement efforts. This position is not a people‑manager role.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and lead complex electrical and control panel assemblies with minimal supervision
• Perform advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis
• Support prototype, NPI, and engineering change builds
• Collaborate with Engineering to resolve design or manufacturability issues
• Provide technical guidance and on‑the‑job mentoring to Wireman I and II staff
• Identify and recommend process improvements to improve quality, efficiency, and repeatability
• Ensure work meets quality, safety, and compliance standards

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Advanced electrical assembly and wiring expertise
• Systematic troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Strong schematic and documentation interpretation
• Technical leadership without formal authority
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Quality and safety orientation

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5–8+ years of electrical assembly or wireman experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Advanced ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs
• Proven ability to work independently on complex builds

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to automation systems or PLC‑controlled equipment
• Experience supporting prototype or NPI builds
• Experience working in regulated, safety‑sensitive, or quality‑driven environments (e.g., manufacturing, industrial equipment)