Control Panel Wiring Technician

ABOUT DRAKE CONTROLS

Drake Controls is one of Woodward’s largest channel partners globally, a Woodward Recognized Engine Retrofitter and the exclusive Authorized Woodward Sales and Service Center for Texas, California, Oklahoma, Kansas, New Mexico, and Nevada in the United States, and all of Mexico. This allows Drake Controls to provide Woodward factory approved control solutions to customers worldwide.

Drake Controls is currently seeking a Control Panel Wireman for our Houston office.

Position Overview

The Control Panel Wireman is primarily responsible for the assembly, installation, troubleshooting and repair of controls and electrical systems.

General Responsibilities

× Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical drawings, symbols, and systems.

× Study drawings, schematics, manuals, software, and other pertinent information to determine the best solution and proper tools for system setup and/or problem resolution.

× Performs wiring modifications and repairs.

× Performs retrofits to existing electrical panels.

× Troubleshoots controls and instrumentation circuits.

× Installs, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair turbine and engine governing and protection systems.

× Repairs electrical system problems using a variety of electrical equipment, metering and testing devices, machines, and tools.

× Installs, terminates and label cables in accordance with regulatory requirements.

× Consult with engineering staff to define the scope of work for projects.

× Consult with engineering to resolve problems in order to meet or exceed customer expectations.

× Assist in the development of standards, procedures, manuals, and training programs for the engineering and technical work performed.

× Maintains a working knowledge of safety practices to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.

× Participate in project and lessons learned meetings with engineering, sales, and customers.

× Support with shipping and receiving, QA/QC and Safety.

× Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

× Education: High School Diploma or GED.

× Technical certification or equivalent.

× Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.

× Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.

× Ability to communicate, written and oral, effectively with clients and other members of the staff.

× Detail-oriented.

× Knowledge of MS Office: Excel, Word, Power Point. Auto-CAD knowledge is a plus.

× Must have a positive attitude and work well with others.

× Strong desire for continued growth and learning.

× Must have a valid driver’s license.

Working Conditions

× Company’s warehouse and customer’s job sites when required.

× Work requires hands-on activities.

× Exposure to noise, chemical solutions, dust, extreme temperatures, heights, and other hazardous conditions.

× Should be able to multi-task.

× Should be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

× Should be available to work and/or travel on short notice, when required.

× Should be available and reachable when on call (rotation with other engineering staff for call-out services is expected).

Work Hours

× Monday to Friday 7am – 4pm. regular schedule, however extended and irregular working hours may be required from time to time.

× Should be able to work weekends and holidays, when required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Wireman: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $26