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Switchgear Tech 1 (Conversion Temp to Perm)

PowerSecure, Inc.
Durham, NC Contractor
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2027

This position is the entry level position for individuals responsible for the assembly and fabrication of switchgear. This position includes building the structure, wiring the back pan and doors, and assembling the bus and installation of the breakers. The focus of this position is the assembly of switchgear from the component level to completed product. This position includes the assembly of low voltage, medium voltage and controls panels.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to read and understand an electrical drawing and schematics
  • Proficient with hand tools
  • Able to read a tape measure and other measuring devices
  • Successfully complete the on boarding training program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Must be able to measure to 1/16th of an inch
  • Must understand torque values and how they correspond to components.
  • Drill and tap holes, crimps, screws, bolts, rivets, mount control units, and to provide openings for elements, wiring, and instruments using hand tools, power tools, machines and equipment.
  • Electrical wire and cable routing skills and the understanding of standard wiring workmanship as it pertains to quality
  • Determine if own work is complete and correct as specified by instructions, drawings and specifications.
  • Coordinate daily tasks with others to align priorities for smooth assembly operations
  • Ability to read/execute electrical schematics and/or drawings, and engineering sketches
  • Must have troubleshooting skills
  • Mark and tag components, wiring, and connections to identify circuits and assemblies
  • Ability to use hand and power tools

About Us

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers.

Join Our Power Team! (https://cloud.3dissue.com/205953/206237/242401/HR-9-14-2020/index.html)

We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
  • Competitive pay and a matching 401 (k) plan
  • Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO- personal and sick days)
  • Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account
  • Wellness Incentive Programs
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This position is not open to third party recruiters.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan

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