Electrical Assembler

Job summary

The Electrical Assembler is responsible for building and wiring electrical panels for HVAC units and installing electrical components such as conduits and VFDs. They must ensure all work meets design specifications and safety standards while maintaining a steady production pace.

Job details

Haakon Industries is a manufacturing company whose mission is to breathe life into an advanced and responsible future. We accomplish our goal by making engineered-to-order products of exceptional quality, solving challenges with technical and sustainable solutions, and maintaining healthy working relationships. Build Your Career at Haakon Industries Haakon Industries is a world leader in the custom design and manufacture of HVAC equipment. We provide high quality, custom-built air handling units for hospitals, universities, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and everything in between. Our team takes pride in solving unique engineering and manufacturing challenges while delivering exceptional quality and service to customers across North America. Our success is built on the talented people who work here. In fact, most of our supervisors and lead hands began their careers in production roles and advanced through hard work, training and skill development. If you're looking to build a career rather than just find a job, Haakon offers opportunities to grow, learn new skills, and advance your career. We are currently looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Electrical Assemblers. In this role, you will be responsible for wiring and installing electrical systems, as well as ensuring quality in the electrical components of our air handling units. Why Join Haakon Industries? Competitive pay: $21.80 - $30.00/hour, based on experience Full-time, year round employment Heated and air-conditioned work environment Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance benefits Paid holidays and wellness programs Company-sponsored social and team-building events Safety boot reimbursement On the job training and skill development Cross-training opportunities across departments Opportunities to take on increased responsibility as your skills grow Opportunities to advance into Trainer, Lead Hand and Supervisor roles A company culture built on teamwork, respect and continuous improvement Your Responsibilities: Electrical Panel Assembly: Build and wire electrical panels for HVAC units, ensuring all components meet design specifications Conduit Installation: Install conduit and pull wires for lighting circuits and motor power circuits, following safety protocols Device Installation: Install disconnects, variable frequency drives (VFDs) and other electrical devices Blueprint Reading: Accurately read and interpret blueprints to guide layout, fabrication and wiring Measurement: Use measuring tools to perform mathematical calculations, including converting fractions to decimals, to ensure precision Tool Use: Operate air and electric hand tools efficiently to complete tasks effectively Physical Labour: Work from heights, lift and carry heavy items and maintain a quick, steady pace throughout the shift Independent Work: Perform tasks independently with minimal supervision to meet production goals Team Collaboration: Work effectively in a team environment with strong verbal communication skills Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and maintain knowledge of ETL and NEC standards What We’re Looking For: Experience Minimum 1 year of electrical experience (preferred) Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience (preferred) Skills & Qualifications Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn Ability to read and interpret drawings and measurements Strong attention to detail Ability to perform physically demanding work Strong communication and teamwork skills Reliable transportation required Job Details: Job Type: Full-time, Indoor Location: Kingston, ON (On-Site) Starting Wage: $21.80 - $30.00 per hour, based on experience Shift Schedule: Rotating early mornings and afternoon shifts Monday – Friday: 5:45 am – 2:15 pm Monday – Thursday: 2:30 pm – 12:30 am Every other Friday off Weekend shifts not required Occasional overtime available based on production requirements Grow With Us At Haakon, we believe in developing our employees for long-term success. Through on-the-job training, cross-training opportunities, and increasing responsibility, employees can build rewarding careers in manufacturing while developing new skills and advancing their careers. If you're looking for a company that promotes from within and invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Haakon utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the initial application screening process. All applications are also reviewed by our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment. For more information about our company, please visit https://haakon.com/ Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Haakon is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

What you’ll do

The Electrical Assembler is responsible for building and wiring electrical panels for HVAC units and installing electrical components such as conduits and VFDs. They must ensure all work meets design specifications and safety standards while maintaining a steady production pace.

Requirements

Candidates should have at least one year of experience in electrical or manufacturing environments and possess strong mechanical aptitude. The ability to read blueprints, use hand tools, and perform physically demanding tasks is essential for this role.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Wellness programs
• Safety boot reimbursement
• On the job training
• Skill development

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Electrical panel assembly
• Conduit installation
• Blueprint reading
• Wiring
• Measurement
• Hand tools
• Mechanical aptitude
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Safety compliance
• HVAC equipment
• Hand Tools
• Blueprint Reading
• Power Circuits
• Willingness To Learn
• Artificial Intelligence
• HVAC
• Air Handler
• Blueprinting
• Distribution Board
• Electrical Wiring
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Extract Transform Load (ETL)
• Design Specifications
• Electronic Components
• Electrical Systems
• Fabrication
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Team Building
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Variable Frequency Drives
• Drawing Interpretation
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Engineering
• Electrical Assembler
• Electronic / Electrical Assembler
• Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
• Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers

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