Senior Conduit Assembler - Powell

The purpose of a Conduit Assembler is to install electrical systems in the Power Control Room (PCR) and to ensure the PCR is shipped and delivered on time.

• Learn and adhere to all safety policies and practices to avoid safety incidents
• Learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure consistent production
• Ensure quality by following standard work/process instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality
• Install wiring by following standard work/process instructions
• Knowledge of electrical code requirements and wiring practices
• Accurately reads schematics
• Installs arc flash fiber optics
• Installs communication cables
• Installs transformer cables
• Demonstrates proficiency with all wiring tools
• Installs switch trailer and capacitor bank cabling
• Communicates effectively within department (leads/supervisors): part shortages, engineering issues, personnel issues
• Demonstrates ability and willingness to train others
• Provides performance feedback to supervisor regarding employees
• Reviews engineering prints prior to project release
• Provides wire estimates for projects
• Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Constantly standing
• Frequently working from a ladder, and climbing up and down ladders.
• Constantly working overhead
• Constantly working in cramped quarters
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned
• Demonstrates mastery of skills list for conduit assembler position
• Demonstrates ability & willingness to train employees regarding proper use & maintenance of tools, performing work per Powell standards, & carrying out conduit schedule
• Reviews drawings & orders necessary conduit & fittings for each project; monitors inventory
• Successfully leads team to project completion; appropriately delegates tasks
• Performs in-process inspections to ensure project quality & integrity
• Properly completes & tracks HFDs
• Effectively communicates with assembly & wiring departments to ensure efficient project completion
• Solves minor project issues; work with engineering staff regarding drawing discrepancies
• Performs standard conduit bends and offsets
• Properly installs conduit & devices (interior & exterior)
• Accurately lays out, modifies, & installs wireway/cable tray per design
• Properly installs lighting, pipe lighting, & fixtures (interior & exterior)
• Demonstrates knowledge of conduit types, sizes, & fittings

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED and 3-5 years of relevant manufacturing experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience
• Must have previous conduit experience with both thick and thin wall conduit
• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Must have basic mathematical skills (i.e. fractions, conversions)
• Basic mechanical knowledge
• Must be familiar with common and job specific tools
• Must be able to read a tape measure
• Must be able to read and interpret prints (e.g. specification sheets, wiring diagrams, schematics, three-line and part drawings)
• Must be able to perform basic point-to-point wiring

*Not eligible for relocation or sponsorship

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.

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.

LOOKING BACK WITH PRIDE AND FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE

2022 marks Powell Industries' 75th year of providing custom electrical solutions to a diverse, global network of customers. After all this time, one thing has become abundantly clear: our customers consider us partners in their success. These synergistic relationships have built the reputational value they have come to expect from Powell products, people and processes.

Our performance has always been defined by an unwavering commitment to our core values-customers first, respect for our employees, can-do attitude and the relentless pursuit of continuous improvement. These are the tenets of our success.

OUR PEOPLE, OUR SUCCESS

Powell owes our rich history and expectations for the future to the dedicated men and women who make up our diverse, global workforce. From our metal fabricators and electrical technicians to our deep pool of engineers, project managers and commercial experts, this team's domain expertise is truly inspiring.

Our legacy as complex problem solvers and forward-thinking business leaders sets us apart from our competition and positions the business to succeed going forward. We embrace difficult projects. We listen to our customers. We continue to learn, while leveraging our expertise. And with all of this, we continue to grow as an organization.

Our employees are gearing up for the future right alongside our customers, many of whom are in the process of reinventing their processes and products in an uncertain environment. Despite this uncertainty, let there be no doubt: Complex electrical distribution will continue to be as essential tomorrow as it is today, and Powell will play a vital role in defining this future.

POSITIONED FOR A NEW TOMORROW

The world is changing, and we are well prepared. Powell employees have never been more eager to win in this environment. Our products and services are best in class. We have all the resources and financial flexibility to thoughtfully and responsibly power forward as the electrical distribution experts for generations to come.

The next 75 years couldn't be more exciting, won't you join us?