Panel Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Technician
Job Description

This is a 3‑month contract opportunity for an Electrical Technician to assemble, wire, and test industrial equipment and control panels in a modern manufacturing environment. You will interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, build and wire control panels, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and use digital test equipment to ensure high-quality, reliable products. The role involves hands-on work with industrial power systems, conduit, and control wiring, and may require occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Accurately post transactions using shop floor data collection devices to ensure precise production and inventory records.
• Interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints to assemble company products according to specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues that arise during assembly and testing of equipment.
• Build control panels from panel layout drawings and electrical schematics, ensuring correct component placement and wiring.
• Cut, fit, and install conduit and other industrial wire ways, including EMT and rigid conduit, to support electrical installations.
• Interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to wire company products and control systems correctly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with electrical circuits, including low-voltage and three-phase systems up to 480V.
• Set up and operate digital test equipment, including data loggers and oscilloscopes, to verify system performance and diagnose issues.
• Use personal tools to assist in assembling equipment and completing electrical and mechanical tasks as needed.
• Perform panel building, panel wiring, and control panel assembly, including wire pulling, crimping, and wire harness assembly.
• Apply knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and best practices when working with power transmission equipment and electrical assemblies.
• Use measuring equipment and tape measures to verify dimensions and tolerances, ensuring assemblies meet specified requirements.
• Perform basic engineering-related calculations such as loads, airflow in CFM, and electrical conversions (for example, watts to kilowatts) to support proper system setup.
• Collaborate with other skilled trades, engineering, and production staff to meet quality, safety, and delivery requirements.
• Travel occasionally as needed to support installations, testing, or customer-related activities.

• Ability to accurately interpret and work from mechanical drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with electrical wiring, electrical assembly, and control panel wiring and assembly.
• Proficiency in panel building and panel wiring for industrial control systems.
• Experience working with three-phase power, including 3-phase motors and 480V systems.
• Skill in conduit work, including conduit bending, cutting, fitting, and installing EMT and rigid conduit.
• Ability to perform wire pulling, wire harness assembly, and wire termination using proper crimping techniques.
• Experience using digital test equipment such as data loggers, oscilloscopes, and other test instruments to verify electrical circuits.
• Working knowledge of electrical circuits, low-voltage systems, and power transmission equipment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment math test, including algebra, geometry, percentages, and basic engineering calculations.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately within 1/16 of an inch and use measuring equipment proficiently.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Approximately 3 years of experience in mechanical equipment assembly (preferred).
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve both mechanical and electrical issues in an industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) or National Electrical Code standards (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record (preferred).

• Industrial electricity or controls education such as an apprenticeship, degree program, or military training (preferred).
• Experience with control panel wiring, control panel assembly, and control panel building in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings without assistance and understand dimensional tolerances (preferred).
• Knowledge of power transmission components and best practices for mechanical and electrical assembly (preferred).
• Familiarity with national electrical codes and industry standards related to industrial installations.
• Comfort working with low-voltage systems, three-phase power, and 480V industrial applications.
• Strong blueprint reading skills for both mechanical and electrical layouts.
• Ability to perform conversions such as watts to kilowatts and calculate loads and airflow in CFM.
• Experience using hand tools and personal tools safely and effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy in documentation, and ability to follow standard operating procedures.

You will join a long-established, family-owned organization that has been in business for over a century and is committed to investing in its people. The company fosters a supportive culture with regular holiday cookouts and team lunches that promote connection and appreciation. You can take advantage of long-term career potential, as the organization aims to convert contractors to direct employees where possible. When hired directly, you gain access to medical and vision insurance starting on your first day, a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match available after 60 days, and a profit-sharing bonus program tied to company performance. Overtime opportunities can significantly increase your earnings, and tuition reimbursement supports your ongoing professional development and education.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, modern manufacturing facility in north central Ohio, encompassing approximately 165,000 square feet and housing a full team of sales, engineering, and skilled trades professionals. The environment features state-of-the-art metal manufacturing technologies, including CNC laser cutting, CNC press brakes, CNC turret punches, CNC sawing, CNC mills, and robotic welding, supported by advanced solid modeling design software and CAD/CAM processes. You will work around industrial ovens, unit handling conveyors, and related power transmission and control systems, contributing to high-quality, on-time, competitively priced products. The facility is expanding production capacity, including new manufacturing lines in a new 1,000,000 square foot site, providing exposure to large-scale industrial projects. The work involves hands-on tasks on the shop floor, use of personal and company tools, and adherence to industrial safety standards in a professional, production-oriented setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Port Clinton, OH.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Port Clinton,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.

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.