Trainee Panel Builder Apprentice

Key Role Responsibilities

Building and wiring switch panels for commercial buildings and
working to customer deadlines and expectations at all times Interpreting the drawing received from the engineer, following
customer approval Checking the drawing to ensure all stock is available for the project scheduled Building the frame, mounting of boxes and fitting of switches Using copper and making up switches and necessary wiring
required for the job i.e. metering Working with other staff members when coordinating large
customer projects On-site work – installing panels at the customer location. This includes bolting panels together, copper bars being connected and wiring installed and connected, flash/meggar testing carried out for customer approval before completion To attend the customer site to fit additional switches and metering at the customer's request Carry out on-site modifications as required

Training:

You will attend your training at Leicester College, Abbey Park Campus, one day per week. 

Training Outcome:

Panel Builder/Wire Person.

Employer Description:
Michael Smith Switchgear Ltd was established in 1985 and is modern, rapidly expanding electrical control and distribution engineering company, serving both industry within the UK and abroad. Since then we have worked hard to secure a recognised brand with the market place. Michael Smith Switchgear offer a wide range of products and services from panel boards 5000A distribution system to PDU’s and Power Factor Correction and to maintenance contracts on existing and new switchgear systems.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday 08:00am – 16:30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience