Electrical Assembly Technician

CS Automation is a solution provider and distributor for world-class manufacturers of industrial automation products, located in Ontario, NY and is part of the Tramec family, which has facilities located throughout the United States. Along with competitive pay and a bonus program, we offer medical & RX, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, company matching 401(k), company matching HSA, paid vacations, 10 paid holiday's, EAP, gym credit, $2,000 perfect attendance bonus, $500 referral bonus, company paid uniforms, RX safety glasses program, work boot program, tuition reimbursement, internal training opportunities, plus much more!

Position Summary:

The Electrical Assembly Technician position is responsible for assembling electrical control panels for our customers within the automation industry. This includes assembling support structures used for necessary components and sub-assemblies. This position will include identifying areas of improvement to increase efficiency. This position will work closely with Application Specialists, Engineers, Managers, and Assembly.

This is a full-time non-exempt position.

Shift hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm but hours could vary

Pay Range: $24-$28 per hour based on experience

Responsibilities:

• Assembly and/or wiring of electrical cabinets, control panels and electrical assemblies.
• Working knowledge of three phase motors, programmable controls, circuits and National Electric Code and UL508A Standard.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic component parts to ensure conformance to specifications and to correct defects.
• Properly align electrical parts to facilitate wiring or assembly.
• Drill or tap holes in backplates for Din rail and wire duct mounting.
• Modify stock enclosures to accommodate HMI, Pushbuttons, or other instrumentation.
• Occasional lifting of up to 35 lbs., long periods of walking or standing.
• This position will include identifying areas of improvement to increase efficiency, including documentation control, standards, and quality.
• This position will work closely with Application Specialists, Engineers, Managers, and Assembly

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical assembly is required, preferably in panel building. PLC programming experience, design talent, and technical support experience preferred. Experience fabricating parts and/or structures according to specifications is required. Experience with assembly tools and equipment required. Must have experience with soldering and/or micro-welding equipment. Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in teams required.

Specific Technical Knowledge:

• Experience assembling electrical and/or electronic systems.
• Experience installing electrical components, units, sub-assemblies, wiring and casings.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematic drawings, and diagrams to determine assembly instructions and material requirements.
• Skilled in explaining assembly procedures or techniques to others.

Education:

High School Diploma required. Some post high school training is desirable. Current enrollment in a technical degree program or an associate degree in a technical area is preferred. US Citizenship and Security Clearance may be needed for certain projects.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required
• US Citizenship and Security Clearance may be needed for certain projects
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical assembly is required, preferably in panel building
• Experience fabricating parts and/or structures according to specifications is required
• Experience with assembly tools and equipment required
• Must have experience with soldering equipment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in teams required
• Experience assembling electrical and/or electronic systems
• Experience installing electrical components, units, sub-assemblies, wiring and casings
• Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematic drawings, and diagrams to determine assembly instructions and material requirements
• Skilled in explaining assembly procedures or techniques to others

EOE

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