Control Panel Technician in New Orleans, Louisiana at Motor Services Hugo Stamp Inc. Parent Company

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Mandeville, LA

Travel: up to 25%

Schedule: Monday - Friday, with frequent overtime, including weekends
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour, based on experience
Sign-On Bonus: $500

MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking a skilled Control Panel Technician to join our team in Mandeville, Louisiana. If you enjoy building, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting electrical control panels and want to work on systems that support critical power generation and industrial applications, we'd like to hear from you.

In this hands-on role, you'll assemble and test custom control panels, support generator and automation systems, and collaborate with Engineering, Field Service, Operations, and Quality teams to deliver reliable, high-quality electrical solutions for our customers.

• Assemble and wire electrical control panels, enclosures, and control systems from electrical schematics and engineering drawings
• Install and wire components including PLCs, relays, HMIs, transformers, circuit breakers, switches, and other control devices
• Route, terminate, and label wiring according to industry standards and best practices
• Perform functional testing, validation, and quality inspections before shipment
• Inventory management of equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical wiring issues, failed components, and control system malfunctions
• Repair and refurbish returned control panels and electrical assemblies
• Support field installation, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting as needed
• Assist with generator control systems, switchgear, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and industrial automation projects
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and testing documentation
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable electrical codes including NEC, UL, and NFPA standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and recommend process enhancements

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of control panel assembly and wiring experience (panel experience required)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and control panel components
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, electrical testing equipment, soldering and troubleshooting techniques
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice when business needs require
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Valid U.S. Driver's License
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a shop environment

• Technical or trade school education in electrical technology or industrial controls
• Experience in power generation, industrial manufacturing, or MRO environments
• UL 508A or UL 891 certification a plus
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMI systems, relays, and industrial automation controls
• Knowledge of NEC, UL, and NFPA electrical standards
• Experience supporting generator controls, switchgear, or ATS systems
• Previous field service, commissioning, or startup experience
• Own personal hand tools a plus

At MSHS Pacific Power Group, you'll work on projects that keep essential industries running. Our control systems support mission-critical power generation and industrial operations across a wide range of markets. We invest in our employees, value quality craftsmanship, and provide opportunities to expand your technical skills while working alongside experienced professionals.

• Competitive pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour, based on experience
• $500 Sign-On Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• A collaborative team environment with opportunities for advancement

If you're a detail-oriented electrical professional who takes pride in building reliable, high-quality control systems, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help power the industries that keep the world moving!

Equal Opportunity Employer MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws. We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable.