Panel Assembler

Electronics Technician

Join a growing team where you'll play a key role in building and testing advanced hydraulic positioning equipment used by leading industrial customers. This is more than an assembly role. You'll diagnose issues, work with cutting-edge electrical and hydraulic systems, and collaborate with experienced technicians and engineers in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

What You'll Do

• Assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot hydraulic positioning equipment and control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical issues to ensure optimal performance.
• Build and wire control panels, including routing, connecting, and testing components.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment to assemble and repair systems.
• Align and position components using precision techniques and lifting equipment.
• Partner with engineers and fellow technicians to improve processes and solve technical challenges.
• Maintain high quality standards while following all safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Experience troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.
• Hands-on experience with electrical wiring and control panel assembly.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working with integrated electrical and hydraulic equipment.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical training in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience building, wiring, and testing industrial control panels.
• Knowledge of industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly environment.

Why You'll Love Working Here

✅ Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses available immediately upon hire

✅ Family-oriented culture with a strong team atmosphere

✅ Work alongside experienced engineers and technical experts

✅ Exposure to large-scale industrial projects and cutting-edge technology

✅ Growing department with long-term career advancement opportunities

✅ Ongoing learning and professional development

Work Environment

This role offers a balanced mix of hands-on shop work and technical problem solving. You'll work alongside skilled technicians and engineers in a modern fabrication environment that values safety, teamwork, innovation, and quality. Expect a combination of standing, sitting, building, testing, and troubleshooting as you help deliver industry-leading equipment to customers. If you enjoy solving problems, working with advanced technology, and seeing the results of your craftsmanship every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Rock Island,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 6, 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.