Electrical Assembler

Build Your Career at Haakon Industries

Haakon Industries is a world leader in the custom design and manufacture of HVAC equipment. We provide high quality, custom-built air handling units for hospitals, universities, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and everything in between. Our team takes pride in solving unique engineering and manufacturing challenges while delivering exceptional quality and service to customers across North America.

Our success is built on the talented people who work here. In fact, most of our supervisors and lead hands began their careers in production roles and advanced through hard work, training and skill development. If you're looking to build a career rather than just find a job, Haakon offers opportunities to grow, learn new skills, and advance your career.

We are currently looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Electrical Assemblers. In this role, you will be responsible for wiring and installing electrical systems, as well as ensuring quality in the electrical components of our air handling units.

Why Join Haakon Industries?

Competitive pay: $21.80 - $30.00/hour, based on experience

Full-time, year round employment

Heated and air-conditioned work environment

Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance benefits

Paid holidays and wellness programs

Company-sponsored social and team-building events

Safety boot reimbursement

On the job training and skill development

Cross-training opportunities across departments

Opportunities to take on increased responsibility as your skills grow

Opportunities to advance into Trainer, Lead Hand and Supervisor roles

A company culture built on teamwork, respect and continuous improvement

Your Responsibilities:

Electrical Panel Assembly: Build and wire electrical panels for HVAC units, ensuring all components meet design specifications

Conduit Installation: Install conduit and pull wires for lighting circuits and motor power circuits, following safety protocols

Device Installation: Install disconnects, variable frequency drives (VFDs) and other electrical devices

Blueprint Reading: Accurately read and interpret blueprints to guide layout, fabrication and wiring

Measurement: Use measuring tools to perform mathematical calculations, including converting fractions to decimals, to ensure precision

Tool Use: Operate air and electric hand tools efficiently to complete tasks effectively

Physical Labour: Work from heights, lift and carry heavy items and maintain a quick, steady pace throughout the shift

Independent Work: Perform tasks independently with minimal supervision to meet production goals

Team Collaboration: Work effectively in a team environment with strong verbal communication skills

Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and maintain knowledge of ETL and NEC standards

 What We’re Looking For:

Experience

Minimum 1 year of electrical experience  (preferred)

Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience (preferred)

Skills & Qualifications

Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

Ability to read and interpret drawings and measurements

Strong attention to detail

Ability to perform physically demanding work

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Reliable transportation required

Job Details:

Job Type: Full-time, Indoor

Location: Kingston, ON (On-Site)

Starting Wage: $21.80 - $30.00 per hour, based on experience  

Shift Schedule:

Rotating early mornings and afternoon shifts

Monday – Friday: 5:45 am – 2:15 pm

Monday – Thursday: 2:30 pm – 12:30 am

Every other Friday off

Weekend shifts not required

Occasional overtime available based on production requirements

Grow With Us

At Haakon, we believe in developing our employees for long-term success. Through on-the-job training, cross-training opportunities, and increasing responsibility, employees can build rewarding careers in manufacturing while developing new skills and advancing their careers.

If you're looking for a company that promotes from within and invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Haakon utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the initial application screening process. All applications are also reviewed by our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

For more information about our company, please visit https://haakon.com/

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.