Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Assembler Job Description

We are seeking dedicated general assembly technicians for a manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered electrical gear for the energy, industrial, and critical infrastructure sectors. In this role, you will engage in the mechanical assembly of switch gears and panels, utilizing hand tools and power tools to fabricate metal frames and enclosures. Your duties will also include general labor tasks and moving materials manually.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical assembly of switch gears and panels.
• Utilize hand tools and power tools for fabricating metal frames and enclosures.
• Engage in general labor tasks and move materials manually.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and bills of materials.
• Assist in installation and troubleshooting of equipment.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of manual labor experience.
• Experience working in hot environments.
• Proficiency in reading a tape measure.
• Ownership and proficiency with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to work long hours and flexible schedules.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Industrial experience is highly desirable.
• Initiative and ability to work every day of the week.
• Experience in roofing, landscaping, or any job in extremely hot environments.

Why Work Here?

Join a company experiencing explosive growth with opportunities for rapid advancement into leadership roles. We prioritize taking care of our employees with regular catered meals, community events on weekends, and a family-oriented atmosphere. As a second-chance employer, we are committed to community outreach and support our team in personal and professional growth.

Work Environment

Located in a medium-sized, clean, and organized shop with open bay doors and plenty of fans to keep the space ventilated. The production shop is fast-paced and busy, employing around 15 people per shift including machine operators, fabricators, QC, material handlers, and managers. Employees are expected to wear steel-toed boots, jeans, a work shirt, and safety glasses. The day shift operates Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, typically working 11 hours per day, 5-6 days a week. There is also a night shift available from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $18.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.