Brazing Technician

1st Shift Brazing Tech / Panel Builder

Join a growing team building custom industrial cooling systems.

We're looking for a Brazing Tech / Panel Builder to join a leading manufacturer of industrial cooling and thermal management equipment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in quality craftsmanship, and wants to build a long-term career with a stable and growing company.

In this role, you'll work on the assembly of custom equipment used by manufacturers across a variety of industries. From brazing copper lines to assembling electrical panels and mechanical components, no two projects are exactly the same.

• Assemble industrial cooling equipment, chillers, and heat exchangers
• Perform copper brazing and soldering to ensure leak-free connections
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and assembly drawings
• Build and wire electrical control panels and related components
• Bend, route, and install copper tubing and piping
• Troubleshoot assembly and design issues alongside engineering teams
• Install and align mechanical and electrical components
• Rework or repair assemblies as needed to meet quality standards
• Conduct inspections and ensure products meet customer specifications
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area

• Experience with brazing, soldering, or mechanical assembly
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Experience bending copper tubing or pipe preferred
• HVAC, refrigeration, electrical assembly, or panel-building experience is a plus
• Dependable work ethic and strong attention to detail

• 1st shift schedule with excellent work-life balance
• Competitive pay with annual increases
• Generous PTO package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement savings opportunities
• Long-term job stability with an essential manufacturer
• Clean, organized, and well-maintained facility
• Strong employee-focused culture
• Opportunities to learn both electrical and mechanical skills
• Hands-on work with custom-built equipment
• Supportive team environment
• Career growth opportunities across production, fabrication, assembly, and leadership
• Stable company with a history of employee retention and advancement
• Training available for motivated individuals looking to expand their skills

You'll work in a clean manufacturing environment alongside experienced assemblers, builders, and technicians producing custom industrial cooling systems. This position offers a combination of mechanical assembly, brazing, and electrical panel-building work, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue developing their technical skills.

If you're experienced with brazing, assembly, HVAC, fabrication, panel building, or industrial manufacturing and are looking for a company that offers stability, growth, and a great team environment, we'd love to speak with you.

Apply today to learn more about this Brazing Tech / Panel Builder opportunity.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Niles, IL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $20.68 - $23.74/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Niles, IL.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.