DIRECT | KANSAS CITY | CONTROL PANEL TECHNICIAN |
Control Panel Fabrication & Wiring Technician This role involves building, wiring, and installing control panels for industrial equipment while adhering to industry standards and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fabrication and Assembly: Assemble control panels and electrical components from blueprints and wiring diagrams.
- Wiring: Execute precise wiring of control panels, ensuring secure connections per schematics.
- Component Installation: Install circuit breakers, relays, PLCs, transformers, and other components within panels.
- Testing and Troubleshooting: Test panels for functionality, identify issues, and troubleshoot electrical problems.
- Quality Control: Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality specifications such as NEC or UL.
- Documentation: Keep accurate records of wiring diagrams, modifications, and testing outcomes.
- Safety Compliance: Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Experience: 2-5 years in control panel fabrication and wiring within an industrial setting.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in reading wiring diagrams and electrical schematics.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with industrial control systems, including PLCs and motor controls.
- Tool Proficiency: Skilled in using electrical assembly tools (e.g., wire strippers, crimpers, drills).
- Attention to Detail: High accuracy in wiring and assembly for safety and reliability.
- Problem-Solving: Strong skills in troubleshooting electrical issues.
- Communication: Effective verbal and written skills for documentation and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of industry standards like NEC, UL, and CE.
- Experience with PLC programming and VFDs is a plus.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
- Experience with AutoCAD; understanding of wiring diagrams and ladder logic is beneficial.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical degree or certification in Electrical Technology or Industrial Automation preferred.