Wiring Technician

Cates Control Systems in Plano, TX is looking to hire a Wiring Technician.

Joining the Cates team is both challenging and rewarding. You will become an important member of a very talented and dynamic team within our industry. If this sounds like you, please read on!

• Wire all components on the back panel and enclosure using the supplied drawing(s).
• Ensure all wires are labeled at both ends correctly and that there are no wire frays.
• Make sure all terminations are tight.
• Make sure all wire sizes and colors are correct per Cates standards.
• Log all time spent on each job into the appropriate software database using the traveler supplied with the drawings.
• Review all prints for discrepancies and questions prior to wiring of panels.
• Fill out all check sheets supplied with drawings for your department.
• All changes to drawings must be marked in red and signed by “changer” prior to handoff.
• Clean and maintain work area(s).
• Make sure all terminal labels are on and correct.

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 2-year prior experience preferred
• This position requires a significant amount of bending and standing
• Ability to read wiring schematic
• UL 508A and NEC experience

Cates Control Systems was founded over 40 years ago and is a systems integration company that partners with manufacturing firms to develop and implement automation solutions to increase production, improve quality and reduce costs. Our customers are extremely diverse and spread all over North America (and a few internationally). Our customers make roofing shingles, fry potato chips, roast coffee, process poultry and beef, distill water, bottle apple juice, and ship all over the world.

Cates is committed to delivering quality solutions that we stand behind through service and support. Our vision is to positively impact the lives of others. We are a fun, friendly company with a strong family atmosphere and 12 core principles that guide us at every step in our success. Our culture is firmly rooted in the values of honesty, integrity, commitment, and reliability.

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Full-time

From $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

• 10-hour shift
• Overtime pay available for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week.
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

• Plano, TX 75074:
  Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

• What are your salary requirements?

• Hand tools: 2 years (Preferred)
• control panel wiring: 2 years (Preferred)
• read wiring schematics: 2 years (Required)

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