Senior Wireperson

Powell is an engineered to order manufacturer of switchgear and electrical equipment for the power generation industry. A Senior Wireperson is responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining electrical systems and components. Four 10s Schedule: Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-1:00am

A Senior Wireperson is responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining electrical systems and components. They work with various types of wiring, cables, and connectors to ensure proper functioning of electrical equipment and systems. Wirepersons may read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints, and they often work closely with electricians and other technicians to complete projects. They must adhere to safety regulations and follow industry standards to ensure the integrity and reliability of electrical systems.

Supervision None

Essential Responsibilities

• Understand Engineering Change orders and apply changes to the job
• Advanced knowledge of single and three-line drawings, including symbols
• Perform RCA on engineering changes and correct discrepancies
• Install transformer cables and install CTs
• Lead a small team of employees to complete a specific task assigned as assigned by lead wireperson and/or supervisor
• Layout and run phase wire (LVSWR)
• Assist training employees
• Complete complex engineering changes
• Install Mimic Bus
• Make Coaxial cable
• Perform in process inspections
• Create nameplates
• Identify and track shortages
• Assist in processing ship loose (identify, collect and provide information to QA)
• Install communication cables, CAT 5 and CAT 6 cables, fiber optic and BriteSpot
• Terminate and run wire for MCC, SWGR, and harnesses according to wire diagram.
• Identify part discrepancies and write HFDs for corrections
• Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.
• Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent Diploma is preferred.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in manufacturing
• Knowledge of system software (i.e. Oracle, MES, True View) to look up parts and drawings
• Lift up to 50lbs using proper lifting techniques.

Preferred Qualifications Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Knowledge of Powell product codes
• Ability to assist in root cause analysis
• Positive attitude.
• Effectively demonstrates on-time delivery and the ability to stay focused on goals and responsibilities.
• Self-starter with ability to take on multiple tasks with a drive to succeed.
• Challenges the status quo; looks for better or more efficient ways to get results.
• Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes or product changes.
• Believes and displays through actions that our customers represent our current success and remain vital to our future growth.
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical decision making.
• Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.
• Able to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities
• Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.

Working & Environmental Conditions Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.
• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders) and scaffolding.
• Working at heights usually no higher than 30 feet in the air on or using proper lift equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously.
• Continuous standing, walking 50–300-foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting.
• Must be able to climb stairs frequently throughout the shift.
• Able to frequently look over shoulders, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force continuously up to 50lbs.
• Frequent use of hand tools such as tin snips, hammer, and power tools (some vibrating), for long periods of time.

More Information This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

About Us In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. 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.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

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