Panel Builder, General Labourer

General Labourer, Panel Builder

Location: Staples, Ontario, Canada
Reports To: Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and technically minded General Labourer to support the construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of our panel building operation.

The General Labourer plays an important role in ensuring that assembly, wiring, custom build automation, industrial and greenhouse control panels are built accurately and efficiently. This position is well suited to someone with experience reading and working from blueprints, spotting potential errors with project drawings, meeting tight deadlines, and passing regulatory inspections.

Candidates with a strong technical background and an interest in learning Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drive (VFDs), power distribution, Input/Output and network gear are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Systems

• Experience building or wiring industrial control panels, or an equivalent mix of apprenticeship and shop experience.
• Install electronic components such as relays, contactors, motors, circuit breakers, wiring, and control circuits.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, panel layouts, wire lists and BOMs independently.
• Knowledge of wire sizing, insulation types and colour coding for power, control and DC circuits.
• Assist electricians and other qualified tradespeople with larger electrical projects if required.
• Support modifications and upgrades to on going projects as required.

Construction & Assembly

• Preform quality control checks on finished products to ensure they meet specifications and safety standards.

• Collaborate with project managers and other team members to troubleshoot any issues during panel construction process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to guarantee work efficiency and overall improved shop safety.
• Track inventory to ensure materials are available for upcoming projects.
• Train new general labourers and apprentices to ensure they are up to date on sight requirements and are properly equipped for their jobs.
• Skilled use of hand and power tools: crimpers, strippers, torque drivers, drills, taps, knockout punches and step bits.
• Strong Attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.

Computers, Controls & Networking

• Knowledge of common control devices: contactors, overloads, relays, PLC I/O, VFDs, 24 VDC power supplies and terminal blocks.
• Possess basic computer skills operate Microsoft Office Outlook, PDF drawings, communication systems.
• Maintain and organize system documentation, backups, configuration information, and technical records.

Health & Safety

• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, and all company health and safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Properly use and maintain required personal protective equipment and safety equipment.
• Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, incidents, injuries, and near misses immediately.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, fall protection, and other job-specific safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and operate tools and equipment safely.
• Participate in required health and safety training and cooperate in maintaining a safe workplace.
• Exercise due diligence to protect the health and safety of yourself and others while performing assigned duties.

Working Conditions

The successful candidate must be able to:

• Work is primarily performed in a workshop environment.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Stand, walk, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift 23 kg (50 lbs) unassisted; heavier enclosures are moved with a second person.
• Use personal protective equipment as required.
• Exposure to warm temperatures, high h