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Industrial Technician - Electrical / Mechanical Assembler

GTI Fabrication, Buffalo, NY, United States


Job Title
Electrical / Mechanical Assembler

Location
Buffalo, NY

Department
Manufacturing / Production / Assembly

Employment Type
Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Shift
1st Monday-Friday 7am -4pm | 2nd Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12am

Company Overview
GTI Energy designs and manufactures complex modular systems supporting modular data center infrastructure, energy storage systems, power generation platforms, defense, and industrial markets. Our Buffalo facility is a fast-growing industrial manufacturing site focused on fabrication, welding, paint, electrical integration, mechanical assembly, and final system build. We are hiring skilled hands‑on talent who want long‑term careers in advanced manufacturing.

Position Overview
GTI Energy is seeking an Electrical / Mechanical Assembler to support the hands‑on build of complex industrial products and modular systems. The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler is responsible for assembling mechanical components, installing electrical hardware, routing wiring, mounting equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring products are built safely and accurately.

The ideal Electrical / Mechanical Assembler has experience in industrial manufacturing, mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, HVAC, maintenance, construction trades, or similar hands‑on environments. The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler must be dependable, safety‑focused, and comfortable working with tools, drawings, and production schedules.

Key Responsibilities
Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Mechanical Assembly

The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler will assemble frames, brackets, doors, hardware, ducting, insulation, and structural components into finished products

Perform drilling, cutting, fastening, bolting, grinding, mounting, and mechanical fit‑up activities

Install pumps, fans, louvers, hinges, supports, and other industrial mechanical equipment

Ensure assemblies meet dimensional and quality requirements

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Electrical Assembly

The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler will install electrical components including panels, disconnects, junction boxes, lights, sensors, and controls

Route cable, pull wire, secure harnesses, and support conduit installation as qualified

Assist with grounding, cable management, and labeling activities

Use meters and testing tools to verify continuity and basic functionality

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Blueprint Reading

Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and work instructions

Follow revision‑controlled drawings and production documentation

Identify missing materials, drawing issues, or fit‑up concerns and elevate appropriately

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Tools & Equipment

Safely operate hand tools, drills, saws, impacts, grinders, torque tools, and measuring devices

Use tape measures, levels, calipers, and inspection tools

Support material staging, movement, and workstation organization

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Quality & Safety

The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler must build products to quality standards supporting First Pass Yield (FPY)

Follow OSHA safety standards, PPE requirements, and plant safety procedures

Meet production schedules, takt time goals, and throughput expectations

Maintain a clean and organized workstation using 5S principles

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Teamwork & Growth

Work closely with Welders, Electricians, Fabricators, Supervisors, Engineers, and Quality teams

Support rework, punch‑list items, prototype builds, and urgent customer orders

Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, and Kaizen initiatives

The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler will have opportunities for advancement into Lead, Technician, or Supervisor roles

Required Qualifications

2+ years of experience as an Electrical / Mechanical Assembler, Industrial Assembler, Mechanical Assembler, Electrical Assembler, Industrial Technician, HVAC Installer, Maintenance Technician, or related role

Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, schematics, or assembly drawings

Experience using hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

Ability to lift 50+ pounds, stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, and work in an industrial environment

Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as an Electrical / Mechanical Assembler in industrial manufacturing, contract manufacturing, or modular systems environments

Experience with wiring, conduit, panel builds, pumps, fans, HVAC, piping, or mechanical installation

OSHA training, forklift certification, or trade school education preferred

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