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Switchgear Wiring Technician

19543 34A Avenue, Surrey BC, V3Z 1A7, Surrey, BC
$24.00 per hour
Full Time
10702237
Job Title:Switchgear Wiring Technician
Employment Type:Full Time
Address:19543 34A Avenue, Surrey BC, V3Z 1A7, Surrey, BC, V3Z 1A7
Req ID:10702237
Pay Rate:$24.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Starting Wage: Day Shift $24-28 /hour
Shift: Monday - Thursday (Flex Friday) 6:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Surrey, BC

IEM Canada, (Industrial Electric Manufacturing, Inc.) in Surrey, BC, is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom electrical distribution and power quality equipment in North America. IEM has delivered customer-specific solutions to meet the ever-changing power requirements of growth industries in North America for over half a century.

What we offer:

  • Excellent benefits
  • On-the-job training
  • Safe, clean work environment
  • Variety of Tasks and opportunity to learn


IEM Canada is seeking experienced and hard-working individuals to join our team as Switchgear Wiring Technician. The ideal candidate for the position will be responsible for the wiring of control panels.


 Responsibilities:
  • Use wire termination and component layout tools including but not limited to strippers, wire cutters, wire crimpers, screwdrivers, tee square, machinist square, tape measure, wrenches and pliers.
  • Follow company established practices for wire termination, routing, bundles, wire harnesses and wire numbers.
  • Wire complete panels per drawings including back panels and wiring between devices/ components.
  • Mount electrical components including circuit breakers, switches, transformers, relays, contactors, terminals, input/output devices and/or all other related switchgear electrical devices.
  • Meeting production schedules while maintaining IEM’s strictest quality standards
  • Assembly of LV and MV switchgear
  • As required

Qualified candidates must possess:
  • At least 2 years experience in assembling and wiring electrical panels, back pans, doors, etc.
  • Ability to interpret drawings, work independently
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work quickly with your hands while maintaining accuracy and high quality
  • Strong work ethic and motivation to learn
  • Working flexible shifts as required (which may include weekends, evenings and statutory holidays)
  • Must be a team player
  • Basic training will be provided


Physical/Mental/Environment:

Physical Demands:

  • Activities: Sitting – 5% Walking/Standing – 95%
  • Lifting: Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, crawl and climb.
  • Vision: Long periods of close work on small fonts and fine print on drawings and ability to see small or detailed items.
  • Hand and arm strength: requires a strong, firm grip to hold onto wires for long periods of time
  • Coordination: frequent ladder use
Mental Demands:
  • Interpret, analyze, research and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Environment:
  • Shop/warehouse. Not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust and fumes.


**We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. **

Questionnaire

Are you at least 18 years of age?

This role offers an hourly rate of $24.00 - $28.00 Is this rate acceptable to you?

What is your highest level of education completed?

This position follows a schedule of 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, with Fridays off (flex day). Does this schedule work for you?

This role requires standing and walking for approximately 95% of the shift (with about 5% sitting), frequently lifting up to 50 lbs, and the ability to bend, squat, crawl, and climb as part of regular duties. Are you able to safely perform these essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation?

This role requires clear verbal and written communication in English to support safety, training, and team collaboration onsite. Are you comfortable communicating fluently in English in a workplace setting?

This position requires legal authorization to work in Canada. Are you currently legally authorized to work in Canada?

Do you have a valid SIN?

This position requires reliable transportation to and from the worksite in Surrey, BC. Do you have reliable transportation to consistently arrive on time for your scheduled shifts?

Are you a current employee at IEM?

Have you worked with wiring diagrams or schematics before?

Do you have hands-on experience using wiring tools (e.g., wire strippers, crimpers, cutters)?

This role requires 2 years of experience assembling or wiring electrical panels. Please describe your experience in this area.

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