Control Panel Technician

Position Summary

Responsible for fabricating, wiring, and testing control panels based on engineering drawings. Assists with the preparation and packaging of panels for shipment. Maintains the organization, cleanliness, and general upkeep of the shop. Provides support to team members on all shop-related tasks and activities.

Primary Duties

Assemble parts and electrical control panels accurately and efficiently according to job specifications.

Interpret and apply assembly drawings and electrical schematics with a high level of proficiency.

Ensure that all projects meet required functionality, quality, and appearance standards.

Build and wire industrial control panels in compliance with UL, NEC, and internal quality standards.

Identify and select correct components using electrical schematics and bills of materials.

Accurately distinguish and identify color-coded electrical wires, as required by the National Electrical Code (NEC) and industry safety standards, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Drill, tap, punch, and cut enclosure openings with precision and within expected timeframes.

Route machine cabling and terminate connections for motors, transformers, junction boxes, and control devices accurately and thoroughly.

Print and apply labels and tags to wires, cables, devices, and equipment in a professional manner.

Troubleshoot basic electrical issues, including interpreting voltage and amp readings, tracing wiring, testing relays and motors, evaluating sensors, and checking breakers, fuses, and wire integrity.

Perform physically demanding work, including but not limited to lifting 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing, and working in confined spaces, extreme temperatures, noisy or dusty environments, and adverse weather conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Represent and promote the company in a positive and professional manner in all interactions.

Work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed.

Travel to job sites, which may include overnight stays.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical control panel building or as field technician required.

Ability to reliably distinguish and identify standard electrical wire colors (e.g., black, red, blue, brown, white, gray, green, yellow) in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and safety regulations. This is considered an essential function of the position and must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to adhere to the National Electrical Code (NEC), UL508A and local/state electrical codes.

Understand OSHA safety standards and best practices in electrical safety.

Able to operate a computer and related software and accessories, including but not limited to MS Office.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines required. 

Proven ability to make decision independently.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Able to work with minimal supervision while performing duties and consistently delivery results in alignment with company policies and procedures.

Strong communication skills and the ability to listen actively and communicate clearly in verbal and written form required.

Ability to comprehend and apply job-related instructions and materials in English, with or without reasonable accommodation or through an approved translation method, as required for safe and effective job performance. Basic proficiency in reading, writing, and arithmetic is required.

Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including but not limited to:

Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds

Sitting, standing and moving for extended periods of time.

Bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crawling, climbing, pushing, pulling, balancing and reaching overhead

Working in confined spaces and/or at elevated heights

Working in hot, cold, or inclement weather. Working in environments that contain dirt, dust, debris, and/or fumes. 

Ability to work in environments with usual noise levels in the approximate range of 80-95 dBA. 

Ability to work overtime, weekends, nights and/or holidays as needed.

Ability to travel to job sites, including overnight stays when required.

Position requires full-time onsite work. Remote work is not available for this role.

All duties are to be performed in accordance with company policies and in compliance with applicable equal opportunity, health, and safety regulations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending plan, 401(k) plus matching, paid time off, paid holidays, paid bereavement, company apparel allowance.  Relocation will not be provided for this position.

River Cities Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and genetic information. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.