Mechanical Assembler

Job summary

Responsible for the physical construction and assembly of switchgear units, including building structural frameworks and mounting major components. Ensures all mechanical aspects meet rigorous quality standards and precise engineering specifications.

Job details

We are currently hiring Mechanical Assemblers to join our sister company in Burnaby, BC Canada. RIC Power Corp., is a leading manufacturer of medium and low voltage switchgear, and is seeking skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Assemblers to join our dedicated production team. Job Summary: The Mechanical Assembler is responsible for the physical construction and assembly of our switchgear units. This hands-on role focuses on building the structural framework, mounting major components, and ensuring all mechanical aspects of the final product meet our rigorous quality standards and precise engineering specifications. Essential Responsibilities: Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and assembly instructions to build switchgear enclosures and subassemblies. Bolt, screw, rivet, and fasten parts and components together using a variety of hand and power tools. Precisely position and install major components, such as breakers, bus bars, transformers, and structural supports, into switchgear units. Assemble and fit prefabricated metal parts to form subassemblies or finished products according to strict specifications. Ensure proper alignment, fit, and function of all mechanical parts and hardware. Perform quality checks on work-in-progress and finished products to ensure they meet engineering standards and tolerances. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation, minimizing scrap and rework. Ad hoc duties as requested. Essential Skills: Proven proficiency with a wide range of hand and power tools (e.g., drills, impact drivers, torque wrenches, grinders, rivet guns). Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and technical drawings. Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and precision. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Basic computer skills for accessing work orders or digital drawings are an asset. Qualifications and Experience: A minimum of one year of experience in a mechanical assembly or skilled manufacturing role. Post-secondary education or certification from a college or technical school in a mechanical trade is preferred. ASSET: Experience assembling large-scale equipment, control panels, or similar industrial products. ASSET: Knowledge of different types of mechanical fasteners, hardware, and materials. ASSET: Experience in a sheet metal or metal fabrication environment. Health Spending Account for Health, Dental and Vision expenses Tuition Reimbursement Annual allowance for safety boots and safety prescription glasses Paid time off

What you’ll do

Responsible for the physical construction and assembly of switchgear units, including building structural frameworks and mounting major components. Ensures all mechanical aspects meet rigorous quality standards and precise engineering specifications.

Requirements

Requires at least one year of experience in mechanical assembly or skilled manufacturing. Post-secondary education or certification in a mechanical trade is preferred.

Benefits

• Health Spending Account • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • Safety Boots Allowance • Safety Prescription Glasses Allowance • Paid Time Off

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Dedicated · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• Basic Computer · Preferred
• Organized · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Detail-oriented · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• basic computer skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Hand Tools
• Power Tools
• Blueprint Reading
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Problem Solving
• Attention To Detail
• Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Mechanical Assembly
• Quality Control
• Metal Fabrication

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Engineering