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Assembler

S&C Electric Company
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/9/2026

As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Hours:

  • 4:30pm-1:00am (Monday-Friday)
  • Overtime may be required based on business needs

Compensation:

At S&C, we provide competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated hourly base pay rate for this position is $20.25. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as an Assembler!

As a Pad-Mount Gear Assembler, you'll play a key role in building high-quality electrical enclosures that support the reliability of the power grid.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assemble pad-mount gear enclosures ranging in size from 42" x 37" x 70" to 86" x 94" x 76".
  • Identify, transport, install, mount, and bolt all types of components (ranging from 5 lbs. to 100 lbs., with assistance), including bus assemblies, high-voltage switches, mounting and support plates, lock assemblies, doors, and roofs.
  • Perform mechanical inspections using torque wrenches, screwdrivers, and tape measures.
  • Use material handling equipment, hand tools, power tools, air-impact tools, gauges, and overhead cranes.
  • Work in a fast-paced assembly environment following standardized work instructions and meeting specified Takt Time requirements.

Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED required

What You'll Need to Succeed:

  • Ability to follow standard work, including specific written instructions and procedures.
  • Ability to perform basic subassemblies.
  • Proficiency with air-impact tools and other hand-held tools.
  • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn assembly processes.
  • Preferred: Previous experience in assembly or manufacturing.

Preferred:

  • Previous experience in an assembly or manufacturing environment a plus.

Physical Demands:

  • Standing: Most tasks performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.
  • Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging from 5 lbs. to 50 lbs.
  • Walking: Occasional walking moderate distances (less than 1/8 mile).
  • Carrying: Frequent carrying of items ranging from 5 lbs. to 25 lbs.
  • Pushing/Pulling: Occasional use of powered hand trucks to move parts moderate distances.
  • Bending: Frequent bending and crouching required to complete assembly tasks.
  • Reaching: Continuous full range of motion from above shoulders to below knees.
  • Handling: Continuous handling of parts ranging from 5 lbs. to 25 lbs.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com.

No fixed deadline


S&C has a proud and longstanding tradition of providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Further, S&C is committed to taking affirmative action to ensure that qualified females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities can pursue equal employment opportunities. For information regarding equal employment opportunity, please see http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

 

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