Mechanical Assembler - Day Shift

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma is required.
• Minimum 0-3 years’ of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in Switchgear units is considered an asset.
• Ability to read a tape measure (including conversions from fraction to decimal and conversely from decimal to fraction and metric to imperial).
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their design, use, repair and maintenance.
• Basic computer knowledge considered and asset.
• Prior ability or interest in building or repairing mechanical components considered an asset.
• Safety training certificates are an asset for the position.

Work Authorization: This is a permanent position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of hire.

Immigration sponsorship is not typically available and will be considered only where supported by business needs and applicable legal requirements.

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.
• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders) and scaffolding.
• Working at heights usually no higher than 30 feet in the air on or using proper lift equipment.

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously.
• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting.
• Must be able to climb stairs frequently throughout the shift.
• Able to frequently look over shoulders, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force continuously up to 50lbs.
• Ability to use hand tools such as tin snips, hammer, and power tools (some vibrating), for long periods of time with frequent repetition.

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas.

Globally, we have over 70 years of experience.

Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing, valve servicing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company.

We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership.

We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.

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