Control Panel Electrician
Bring your wiring skills to the next level at Premier Automation. As a Control Panel Electrician, you’ll help bring automation systems to life—one connection at a time. Working in a clean, organized, and climate-controlled production environment, you’ll assemble, wire, and troubleshoot electrical control panels that power advanced industrial systems. Whether you’re early in your career or bringing years of hands-on experience, you’ll find growth, mentorship, and purpose here.
Headquartered in Monroeville, PA, Premier Automation designs and manufactures advanced automation systems for industrial customers across North America. Our facility combines engineering design, panel fabrication, and testing under one roof—offering daily exposure to high-tech manufacturing and a supportive, team-based environment. You’ll gain valuable experience, learn from dedicated trainers, and build a foundation for continued growth within the company.
Our Benefits Package: Invested in Your Success
We believe in taking care of our team. Here’s how we do it:
- Comprehensive medical coverage with 100% company-paid deductible
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
- Paid time off (PTO), 10 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave
- Parental leave for growing families
- Company-provided tools and boot allowance
- Education assistance for ongoing professional development
- $1,000 employee referral bonuses
- Employee wellness programs
Your Experience at Premier
Here’s what you can expect from the role, the team, and our culture:
- Job Type: Full-time, hourly role with overtime eligibility
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Reporting Structure: Reports to the General Manager of Manufacturing and works closely with our dedicated shop trainer and electrical assembly team
- Interview & Onboarding Process: Phone or virtual screening, on-site interview and facility tour, reference checks, and pre-employment screening
- Work Environment: Based in our Monroeville or Murrysville, PA facilities, which are fully temperature-controlled with bright lighting, clean, and well-organized workstations
- Culture & Values in Action: Premier is driven by teamwork, innovation, and passion, fostering an environment of continuous improvement that recognizes every contribution. We’re proud to celebrate our people through team-building and special events, employee recognition programs, volunteer opportunities, and a collaborative, supportive workplace.
Duties and Responsibilities
As an Electrician, you will:
- Assemble, wire, and troubleshoot electrical control panels
- Layout and organize enclosures and subpanels
- Install and mount devices onto panels according to specifications
- Read and interpret electro-mechanical diagrams and identify component functions
- Wire equipment according to electrical schematics
- Verify components against the bill of materials for accuracy
- Apply appropriate connection methods to the equipment being assembled
- Arrange circuitry within panels to ensure proper voltage separation
- Use basic computer skills to operate tagging machines and related systems
- Troubleshoot equipment, assemblies, and wiring issues
- Work under the mentorship of a dedicated shop trainer to ensure your success
Experience and Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field preferred (or equivalent hands-on experience)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
- Proficiency in wiring and assembling control panels using hand and power tools
- Familiarity with PLCs, motor starters, variable frequency drives, and other control components is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
- Basic computer skills for documentation and tagging systems
- Positive, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to learn and grow
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet throughout the workday
- Comfortable performing repetitive wiring and assembly tasks requiring fine motor skills and manual dexterity in a manufacturing environment
Employment is conditional on passing a background check and drug screening, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
At Premier Automation, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our team and our inclusive culture that respects, values, and embraces the unique experiences and perspectives of each individual. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.
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