Electromechanical Assembler

Job Title: Electromechanical Assembler

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling electromechanical equipment used in electrical power solutions across the power market. You will work with mechanical components, hand and power tools, and learn basic electrical assembly tasks to support the production of high-quality power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly tasks using a variety of hand and power tools, including torque guns and manual torque tools.
• Measure components and layouts accurately using a tape measure to ensure precise assembly and fit.
• Mount heavy components such as breakers, transformers, busway, and contactors safely and correctly.
• Install sheet metal panels, doors, and related components, ensuring proper fit and finish.
• Assist with punching, aligning, and bolting copper and aluminum busbar according to work instructions and mechanical prints.
• Follow detailed work instructions, mechanical blueprints, and production documentation during assembly.
• Support basic electrical assembly tasks after training, including using crimp connectors, ferrule blocks, and terminal strips.
• Bundle and route cables neatly, including zip-tying and maintaining clean wire routing along wireways after training.
• Collaborate with team members to solve problems, improve processes, and maintain production quality and efficiency.
• Work safely in both climate-controlled and non–climate-controlled areas, following all safety and equipment guidelines.
• Adapt to varying production demands, including extended shifts when needed, while maintaining high-quality workmanship.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency using hand tools and power tools, including torque guns and manual torque tools.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately as a core requirement.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, construction, carpentry, or a similar hands-on environment.
• Strong mechanical skills and comfort working with mechanical assemblies and components.
• Capability to stand for up to 12-hour days as required by production demands.
• Ability to mount heavy components such as breakers, transformers, busway, and contactors safely.
• Experience installing sheet metal panels and doors in a production or construction environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to collaborate and support others.
• Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to learning and problem solving.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with switchboard or low-voltage power circuit breaker switchgear is a strong plus.
• Ability to read mechanical prints and blueprints is a strong advantage.
• Exposure to electrical skills and schematic interpretation is beneficial but not required.
• Experience in assembly, electronic assembly, or general production work.
• Experience in construction, carpentry, or related trades.
• Familiarity with work instructions and production processes in industrial environments.
• Experience in environments such as waste management, CNC, or other industrial settings is helpful.
• Willingness to be trained on electrical tasks including crimp connectors, ferrule blocks, and terminal strips.
• Willingness to be trained on cable bundling, zip-tying, and clean wire routing along wireways.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that invests in their well-being and growth. The company offers paid lunches, annual steel-toe boot allowances when you transition to direct employment, and 48 hours of sick pay per year. Health benefits support long-term stability, while structured training on electrical and mechanical skills helps you expand your capabilities and advance your career.

Work Environment

The work environment is diverse and inclusive, welcoming individuals who are comfortable communicating in Spanish or other languages. You will work in a mix of outdoor/non–climate-controlled and climate-controlled areas and should be open to all types of environments. Standard hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a typical workweek of 40–50 hours and the possibility of 12-hour shifts depending on production needs. Steel-toe footwear is required and provided with an annual allowance when you move into a direct role. You should not bring your own tools, as all necessary tools and equipment are supplied on-site. The setting is a hands-on industrial production environment using hand tools, power tools, and mechanical assembly equipment, with an emphasis on safety, teamwork, and consistent production quality.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.