What are the responsibilities and job description for the Panel Tech Trainee position at Kele Companies?
Founded at the birth of the building automation industry in 1983 as Kele & Associates (now Kele Companies), we became the first building automation distributor to offer an all-inclusive platform. Over the next 40 years, Kele Companies has grown into a world class Building Automation Systems distributor with its headquarters remaining strategically located in Memphis, TN and branch locations positioned in 7 states throughout the U.S.
Every member of the Kele Companies team plays a key role in delivering on our promise of: “We Make It Easy.”
We are currently hiring for the role of Panel Tech Trainee.
The Panel Technician Trainee selects and prepares panel back plates and enclosures with assembly of components in preparation for panel wiring. Will cross-train as Panel Technician I to assemble enclosures, protection, communication, and control devices, such as switches, relays, transformers, transmitters, and switchboards for low complexity or repeat panels (as defined by Kele standards).
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepares panel enclosures for panel build process;
- Prewires panel when appropriate;
- Cuts, strips, and mounts wire to connect electrical units;
- Installs basic electrical assemblies and hardware in housing;
- Plans, constructs, and assembles test panels for experimental and production testing;
- Assembles basic wires, insulation, and electrical components, such as transformers and relays, following method layouts;
- Assembles and tests control devices, switch panels, transformers and other electrical equipment and components;
- Reviews project instructions and blueprints to ascertain specifications;
- Keeps work area clean and in 5S condition.
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Ability to learn and use company software, including Microsoft Office, Auto CAD, Visio, and scheduling software;
- Ability to work in a safe manner while ensuring accuracy in all transactions and to meet and maintain the position’s production requirements.
