Industrial Power Switchgear Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Join a team that builds mission-critical power equipment

Shifts : Monday–Thursday 6:00am–4:30pm (Weekday) | Friday–Sunday 6:00am–6:30pm (Weekend)

Pay & benefits : Weekly pay; full benefits begin day one.

What you’ll build

• Precision switchgear assemblies that meet exacting specifications.
• Reliable power distribution equipment trusted by customers nationwide.

Your impact (primary responsibilities)

• Assemble switchgear units from blueprints, diagrams, and standardized work instructions.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair assembly discrepancies.
• Drive safety culture participation; attend and contribute to safety meetings.
• Follow standard work to protect quality; promptly raise quality risks.
• Keep work areas orderly and compliant with 5S principles.
• Perform related tasks and support adjacent operations as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 0–3 years’ manufacturing experience.
• Previous switchgear exposure is advantageous.
• Proficient with tape measure reading and conversions (fraction↔decimal; metric↔imperial).
• Working knowledge of machines and tools, including design, operation, repair, and maintenance.
• Basic familiarity with MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
• Safety certifications are a plus.
• Basic English communication skills (written and verbal).

Core behaviors

• Coachability and openness to feedback.
• On-time, goal-focused, and accountable for results.
• Self-starter who manages multiple priorities.
• Challenges the status quo with a continuous-improvement lens.
• Adapts quickly to evolving ideas, technology, processes, and products.
• Customer-first mindset in daily decisions.
• Ethical, trustworthy decision-making.
• Meticulous, accurate, and reliable execution.
• Strong team orientation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strict adherence to manufacturing policies and ISO requirements.

Working conditions

• Safety-sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing/industrial environment; occasional outdoor work.
• Required PPE: safety shoes, hard hats or bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as needed; respirators when required.
• Work from step and A-frame ladders.
• Perform tasks at heights up to ~20 feet using appropriate lift and fall protection equipment.

Physical requirements

• Balance and agility while walking, standing, crouching, climbing stairs, or using step ladders.
• Bend at waist and knees; reach/extend arms and hands in any direction.
• Stand and walk continuously.
• Frequent overhead and full-extension arm use.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent use of hand and power tools.

*Not eligible for relocation or sponsorship.

Why Powell

For more than 70 years, Powell has believed our people are the core of our success. We recruit experienced, knowledgeable makers so every product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to spec. Our culture is Powered by Innovation and a true can‑do spirit. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Expect meaningful work, advancement opportunities, and work-life balance.

Compliance & accessibility

• Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.
• We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability
• If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.

Proficiency

• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Blueprint Reading