Electrical Technician - Traveling Technician (56921)

Electrical Technician - Traveling Technician

The Hiller Companies, LLC has an immediate opening for Electrical Technician- Traveling Technician. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for fire protection and safety, we invite you to apply today.

The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property all around the world. Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Hiller extends its reach globally as well as in domestic markets with offices across the United States. With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standard of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment. Our team remains laser-focused on one goal - making the world a safer place.

Job Summary: Electrical Technicians are responsible for the maintenance, testing, repair, and installation of electronic equipment and associated components using product specifications and standard diagnostic procedures. Assembly of electrical control panels, junction boxes, and some wire harnesses from prints. This position is responsible for the physical assembly, wiring and testing of control panels for industrial equipment. The technician will fabricate controls to print, including layout and physical mounting of components to the back panel, wiring of all components, installation of control panel onto equipment, and testing to ensure proper operation. All duties must be performed in accordance with all company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assembly of electrical control panels, junction boxes, and some wire harnesses from prints.
• Physical assembly of wiring and testing of control panels for industrial equipment.
• Fabricate controls to print, including layout and physical mounting of components to the back panel, wiring of all components, installation of control panel onto equipment, and testing to ensure proper operation. All duties must be performed in accordance with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Travel Position - Alabama Based - Reporting into our corporate office, this role functions as a full-time traveling field technician covering the Southeast Coast & Gulf Coast. The position requires heavy travel to service client locations and equipment.

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

• MUST have minimum high school diploma/GED.
• MUST have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must be able to work full-time hours, with the possibility of unusual scheduled hours as needed, along with overtime hours as needed, sometimes on short notice.
• 2+ years' experience in a fire protection technician role; fire alarm, fire suppression or relatable role.
• Travel may be needed, including international travel.
• Must be able to gain clearance to enter government work sites.
• Good mechanical and electrical skills, along with experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring practices, and the ability to read cable and wire color codes to place wires with precision and hook-up required.
• Must be able to read blueprints, schematic diagrams, and use electrical test equipment.
• Working knowledge of test equipment. Must have the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Must comprehend written and verbal instructions and hear warning signals, read, and comprehend safety instructions, regulations, and warnings.
• Knowledge of basic safety standards with the ability to learn codes and regulations associated with fire protection.
• Effective customer service and communication skills.
• Detail oriented and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in the use of computer programs such as Word, Excel, & Outlook, and the ability to work on tablet/phone-based applications.
• Good time-management skills.
• The ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• A high standard of quality and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in various environments, including industrial facilities, commercial buildings and outdoor settings, which can potentially expose employees to noise, dust, heat stress, thermal stress, low light conditions, heights, etc.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending and kneeling for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as needed, which would require use of fall protection equipment and other safety devices.
• Capable of using hand and power tools, including specialty tools resulting in cutting, grinding, drilling, fastening and other methods resulting in torque, vibration, noise, etc.

Hiller is a drug-free workplace, an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant. We are proud to operate according to our Core Values: Passion to Perform, Trust to Act, Act Responsibly and Make It Fun. Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including: competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits package, company-provided training, tools and equipment, and career advancement potential within a growing company.

Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive fire protection solutions and peace of mind to our customers and together let's make the world a safer place.