Overview:

The Control Panel Builder I is responsible for learning and performing the basic assembly, fabrication, wiring, and documentation practices used to manufacture industrial instrumentation and control panels. Work is performed primarily under direct supervision and established shop procedures for Industrial projects.

Essential Functions:

1. Control Panel Assembly, Fabrication & Quality: 90%

• Wires control panel products under direct guidance using approved drawings, diagrams, and shop standards.
• Installs electrical components, DIN rail, wire duct, terminal blocks, and related hardware at assigned locations.
• Learns to read basic electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs), and assembly instructions.
• Cuts, strips, crimps, labels, routes, and terminates conductors using approved methods and under the guidance of a more experienced Panel Builder, as needed.
• Uses hand tools and basic power tools safely and correctly after training.
• Performs basic enclosure and back-panel layout, drilling, punching, and fabrication tasks when trained and authorized.
• Maintains wire identification, component labeling, cleanliness, and workmanship standards.
• Compares completed work to prints and promptly reports missing information, damaged materials, or discrepancies to the Lead Panel Builder or Panel Shop Supervisor.
• Participates in basic continuity, point-to-point, and visual quality checks as directed.

2. 10%

• Performs other duties as assigned based on operational and project needs, which may include additional panel shop-related activities consistent with the employee's training, qualifications, and skill level.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Prior electrical, manufacturing, construction, technical-school, or panel-building experience is preferred but not required.
• Basic familiarity with hand tools, measurements, electrical components, or mechanical assembly preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a shop team.
• Able to learn electrical symbols, basic schematics, wire numbers, terminal designations, and component identification.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and established work procedures.
• Able to develop knowledge of hand tools and power tools, including safe operation.
• Able to complete required shop safety and tool-use training.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Suite programs as required.
• Attention to detail and willingness to have work inspected and corrected.

Work Environment:

• Workshop environment with potential exposure to heat and cold.

Physical Demands:

• Able to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to repeatedly lift, carry, push, pull, and handle products with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.