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Columbia Machine, Inc.
Panel Assembly Technician
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What they do
A Production Fabricator or Assembler constructs and assembles a wide range of products, such as engines, computers, aircraft, ships, boats, toys, electronic devices, and control panels, as well as the individual parts that make up these products.
$43,675 / year median in Washington
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Panel Assembly Technician Columbia Machine, Inc. - 3.1 Vancouver, WA Job Details Full-time $23.77 - $27.96 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Continuous improvement Power tools Hand tools Full Job Description At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world. With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond advanced engineering equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide. About the Role In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, wiring, and testing industrial control panels used across Columbia's product lines. This is a hands-on role that involves working from schematics, performing precise panel layouts, pulling wire, and using hand and power tools to complete custom builds. You will also assist with labeling, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts in the panel shop. If you enjoy technical assembly work, are comfortable reading electrical drawings, and take pride in working safely and accurately, this is a great opportunity to join a steady, well-equipped operation. What You'll Do Build control panels and components from electrical and layout prints Perform panel layout work including drilling, cutting, and wire routing Wire and assemble complex, multi-door panel systems (HLs, SP, MBS, FLs, VFDs) Identify and resolve issues with BOMs and drawings independently Communicate discrepancies with Electrical Engineering and internal teams Identify and report material or parts issues Use hand and power tools proficiently Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment What You Bring High School Diploma or GED required 2-3+ years of electrical or panel assembly experience preferred Strong ability to read electrical schematics and prints Knowledge of ANSI/ISO, IEC, UL, CSA, and NEC standards Experience wiring and terminating panels with minimal supervision Ability to identify components from BOMs Proficient with hand and power tools Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
SHIFT SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at colmac.com/careers/Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$23.77 - $27.96 per hour Application Question(s): Do you have experience wiring industrial control panels?Experience:
electrical assembly: 2 years (Required) Ability toCommute:
Vancouver, WA 98661 (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance