Motor Control Technician

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About the role

Job Summary

The Sr. Production Worker / Technician is responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting manufactured goods to ensure they meet quality and safety standards. This role works independently on complex tasks, supports troubleshooting, and may guide junior technicians.

This job profile is intended for experienced support-level staff that generally works autonomously and only requires closer supervision in non-routine situations.

Position Summary:

Under indirect supervision and following JWCE's Standard Operating Procedures, reads electric schematics and interprets wiring diagrams to assemble, wire, troubleshoot, and complete low voltage, hydraulic package and final quality testing of electrical motor control panels and enclosures.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs essential wiring of control panels used in monitoring and controlling electric motors & hydraulic power packs.
• Performs final quality assurance of all series controls in accordance with company practices, and UL, NEMA, NEC and CSA requirements.
• Matches complex picking lists and motor control diagrams and review, correct and document discrepancies.
• Identifies problems and resolves issues to ensure system functions properly.
• Performs high pot testing of motor control.
• Assists QA technicians with basic inspection and testing of all model control panels.
• Maintains organized work station and area.
• Adheres to safety standards of facility.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

Experience, Education & Skills:

Required: High School Degree

Desirable: 2-year Vocational Certificate in HVAC, Electrical, or Electronics is a plus.

• 2+ years' experience in a UL Motor Control Panel Shop or Hands-on in a class room setting.
• Knowledgeable using test meters to perform point-to-point continuity checks.
• Possess a thorough understanding of control theory and control concepts.
• Feels comfortable working with medium voltage (up to 120 VAC)
• Ability to read schematics and interpret wiring diagrams.
• Able to use basic electrical hand tools. (cutting, crimping, and stripping)
• Attention to detail.
• Highly self-motivated.

Pay Rate: $23/hr - 23.50/hr

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

What we offer you

What we offer you:

401K plan with up to a 6% company match.

12 Paid Holidays.

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability.

Health savings account with employer matching

4 weeks of paid parental leave

Motivating wellness program

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.