Wiring Technician- SWGR/C&I

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Starting Wage: Day Shift $24-28 /hour Shift: Monday - Thursday (Flex Friday) 6:00am - 4:30pm Location: Surrey, BC IEM Canada, (Industrial Electric Manufacturing, Inc.) in Surrey, BC, is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom electrical distribution and power quality equipment in North America. IEM has delivered customer-specific solutions to meet the ever-changing power requirements of growth industries in North America for over half a century. What we offer: Excellent benefits On-the-job training Safe, clean work environment Variety of Tasks and opportunity to learn IEM Canada is seeking experienced and hard-working individuals to join our team as Switchgear Wiring Technician. The ideal candidate for the position will be responsible for the wiring of control panels. Responsibilities: Use wire termination and component layout tools including but not limited to strippers, wire cutters, wire crimpers, screwdrivers, tee square, machinist square, tape measure, wrenches and pliers. Follow company established practices for wire termination, routing, bundles, wire harnesses and wire numbers. Wire complete panels per drawings including back panels and wiring between devices/ components. Mount electrical components including circuit breakers, switches, transformers, relays, contactors, terminals, input/output devices and/or all other related switchgear electrical devices. Meeting production schedules while maintaining IEM’s strictest quality standards Assembly of LV and MV switchgear As required Qualified candidates must possess: At least 2 years experience in assembling and wiring electrical panels, back pans, doors, etc. Ability to interpret drawings, work independently Mechanical aptitude Ability to work quickly with your hands while maintaining accuracy and high quality Strong work ethic and motivation to learn Working flexible shifts as required (which may include weekends, evenings and statutory holidays) Must be a team player Basic training will be provided Physical/Mental/Environment: Physical Demands: Activities: Sitting – 5% Walking/Standing – 95% Lifting: Frequently lift up to 50 lbs. Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, crawl and climb. Vision: Long periods of close work on small fonts and fine print on drawings and ability to see small or detailed items. Hand and arm strength: requires a strong, firm grip to hold onto wires for long periods of time Coordination: frequent ladder use Mental Demands: Interpret, analyze, research and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Environment: Shop/warehouse. Not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust and fumes. **We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. **

Responsible for the wiring and assembly of control panels and switchgear according to technical drawings. Tasks include mounting electrical components and ensuring strict quality standards are met within production schedules.

Requires at least 2 years of experience in assembling and wiring electrical panels with the ability to interpret drawings. Candidates must have strong mechanical aptitude and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Excellent benefits • On-the-job training

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• Wire Termination
• Component Layout
• Blueprint Reading
• Electrical Assembly
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Hand Tool Proficiency
• Switchgear Wiring
• Control Panel Wiring
• Screwdrivers
• Wire Cutters
• Wire Harnesses
• Wire Terminations
• Wire Crimpers
• Tape Measure
• Wrenches
• Strong Work Ethic
• Research
• Distribution Board
• Electrical Wiring
• Circuit Breakers
• Control Panels
• Relays
• Electronic Components
• Electric Power Distribution
• Warehousing
• Switchgear
• On-The-Job Training
• Transformers (Electrical)
• Network Switches
• Coordinating
• Drawing Interpretation

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

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 29, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week