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Crest Industries

Assembly Technician

Alexandria, LA · On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is looking to hire a Factory-Built Substation (FBS) Technician to work from our Port of Alexandria Facility in our Assembly Department. An FBS Technician, as part of a ...

Crest Industries

Assembly Technician

Alexandria, LA · On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is looking to hire a Factory-Built Substation (FBS) Technician to work from our Port of Alexandria Facility in our Assembly Department. An FBS Technician, as part of a ...

Crest Industries

Assembly Technician

Alexandria, LA · On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is looking to hire a Factory-Built Substation (FBS) Technician to work from our Port of Alexandria Facility in our Assembly Department. An FBS Technician, as part of a ...

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How much do assembly associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for assembly associate in Alexandria, LA is $15.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $16.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assembly associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assembly Associate, you need strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing systems such as assembly line machinery or inventory tracking software is important. Reliability, teamwork, and effective communication help you excel in collaborative and deadline-driven environments. These skills ensure efficient, accurate assembly work and contribute to overall production quality and safety.

What are some common challenges assembly associates face when working on a fast-paced production line?

Assembly Associates often work in environments where meeting production targets and maintaining product quality are essential. Common challenges include adapting to repetitive tasks, handling time-sensitive demands, and quickly resolving minor equipment or component issues. Successful associates develop strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with teammates and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and minimal downtime. Being proactive in communicating concerns or bottlenecks also helps maintain efficiency and product standards.

What is an assembly associate?

Assembly Associates are workers responsible for putting together products or components on a production line, often in manufacturing or warehouse environments. Their duties can include reading blueprints, using hand or power tools, inspecting finished parts, and ensuring products meet quality standards. Assembly Associates play a crucial role in keeping production moving efficiently and safely. They typically work as part of a team and may be required to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks. Attention to detail and manual dexterity are important skills for this position.

What is the difference between Assembly Associate vs Production Worker?

AspectAssembly AssociateProduction Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require basic technical skillsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may need specific certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or assembly lines, often repetitive tasksFactory floors, operating machinery or handling materials
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, electronics, automotive industriesUsed across various manufacturing sectors including automotive, consumer goods

Assembly Associates focus on assembling products or components, often working on specific parts of a product line. Production Workers have a broader role in manufacturing, including operating machinery and managing overall production processes. Both roles require similar skills and are essential in manufacturing environments, but Assembly Associates typically specialize in assembly tasks.

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Infographic showing various Assembly Associate job openings in Alexandria, LA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,519 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

Assembly Technician

Crest Industries

Alexandria, LA • On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Come join our collaborative and innovative team at DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations!

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations has been an industry leader in the design and supply of high-voltage, open-air substations, and switchyards since 1965. Over a half-century of building meaningful relationships with our customers and vendors boils down to one thing: people. We take pride in our collaborative approach where everything we do is designed to deliver the project the right way, your way. Though we have grown over the years, and now offer new innovations like our Factory-Built
Substations, our age-old commitment will never change: to take care of you like family.

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is looking to hire a Factory-Built Substation (FBS) Technician to work from our Port of Alexandria Facility in our Assembly Department. An FBS Technician, as part of a team, assembles custom factory-built substations. The FBS Technician is responsible for reading blueprints, erecting steel, assembling, and operating machinery and more. This individual must be able to perform duties with speed and accuracy to produce a quality product and keep a steady flow of products.
 
 
 
 
CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • Customer Focus
  • Decision Quality
  • Business Insight
  • Drives Results
  • Collaborates
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Courage
  • Instills Trust
  • Manages Ambiguity 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Successfully apply simple hand tools such as wrenches, hammer, screwdriver etc.
  • Operates safety equipment and uses safe work habits.
  • Positions and aligns parts to form complete structures, following blueprints and layout specifications, using machinery, and hand tools.
  • Recognizes, sets up, and operates hand and common power tools. 
  • Moves parts safely into position, manually or with hoists or cranes.
  • Keeps the warehouse property in order, including but not limited to routine maintenance and grooming of grounds and facilities and regular and preventative maintenance on all Company equipment and machinery.
  • Attends safety meetings as requested / instructed.
  • Operates all machinery and equipment, including the Company’s forklift, in a safe manner always.
  • Promotes company goals.
  • Works to displays an excellent safety record
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Read and understand measuring devices such as tape measurer, rules, and combination squares required.
  • Perform simple shop math (add/subtract fractions, decimals, and whole numbers) required.
  • Experience applying simple hand tools such as wrenches, hammer, screw driver etc. required.
  • Experience working in a Warehouse or Manufacturing environment preferred.
Referral Level: Trades and Skilled
Not eligible for Enhanced Referral
Not eligible for External Referral

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is proud to be ISO-9001:2015 and ISN Certified.


DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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