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Electrical Assembler
Summary
Title:Electrical Assembler
ID:2018WC035
Department:Equipment Assembly
Location:Monee, IL
Description

ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLER

POSITION SUMMARY

The Electrical Assembler is responsible for mounting, connecting, assembling, and securing parts and components of electronic equipment. Reads and interprets instructions, assembles parts and tools, and fits electronic components together.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Read electrical drawing for product and assemble accordingly.
  • Determine necessary tooling to be used for each work order and set-up if required.
  • Use measurement devices such as a tape measure, caliper, micrometer, etc.
  • Use hand tools, magnetic drill, grinder, saw and air tools to assemble product.
  • Prepare layout for sub-assemblies.
  • Build jacks and test for voltage and amps height requirements.
  • Operate a fork truck and all overhead cranes.
  • Enter work order information through terminals in the shop.
  • Follow safety guidelines for safe operation of all equipment.
  • Review prints from engineers to ensure accuracy
  • Train new electrical assemblers.
  • Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of two years of electrical experience preferred.
  • Experience in the crane or heavy equipment manufacturing industry preferred.
  • Must possess basic computer knowledge that includes the ability to operate a keyboard and navigate between screens within a computer application.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear.
  • The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT CONSIDERATIONS:

Work is normally performed in a factory setting near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. Frequently works from an elevated position (i.e. on a ladder, on top of cranes, etc.).
 

Disclaimer: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change.


Whiting Services Inc.

The applicant(s) for the above job opening(s) will be hired regardless of race, color, age, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, handicapped or veteran status.

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About Us

Whiting Corporation, located near Chicago, Illinois, is a major manufacturer of heavy-duty overhead cranes and railcar maintenance equipment. Whiting overhead cranes serve a variety of industries including steel mills, automotive plants, foundries, fossil fuel plants, metal service centers, refuse facilities, hydro-electric plants and nuclear power plants. Additionally, Whiting is a trusted name for railcar maintenance and lifting equipment for the freight and commuter railroad industries, municipal transit authorities, railcar builders and independent maintenance shops. Whiting is ISO-9001:2015 certified and a proud U.S. manufacturer.

Connect with Whiting

Location:
26000 Whiting Way
Monee, IL 60449

Phone:
888-Whiting (944-8464)

Email:
Info@WhitingCorp.com