Electrical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Technician - San Diego, CA - Career Opportunity

Job Description

• As an Electrical Technician, you will inspect, test, repair, and troubleshoot electrical equipment within the shipyard facility and occasionally onboard vessels. You will install and maintain electrical equipment in accordance with shipyard needs and applicable standards. Your role will involve mounting equipment on foundations, cabinets, power panels, PLC controllers, and motor controllers, and connecting electrical components. You will perform all commissioning and testing functions for electrical equipment, including cold insulation checks, physical inspections, initial light off and testing, and final operational testing.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and repair electrical equipment in and around the shipyard facility and onboard vessels.
• Install electrical equipment according to shipyard standards.
• Mount equipment on foundations, cabinets, power panels, and controllers.
• Perform commissioning and testing functions for various electrical equipment.
• Test equipment such as motors, generators, switchboards, power panels, and more.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment.
• Ability to perform layout and installation of electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical theory and wiring practices.
• Proficiency in reading cable and wire color codes.
• Capability to read blueprints, schematic diagrams, and use electrical test equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Ability to work 1st Shift (0630 - 1530) and at heights.
• Comprehension of written and verbal instructions and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment.

Why Work Here?

• This is a contract-to-hire opportunity at one of the largest full-service shipbuilding and repair facilities in the nation. You will have the chance to support the Navy and US Military in their mission. The location is very close to the Blue Line Trolley Stop and is easily accessible by public transportation.

Work Environment

• You will work within a shipyard facility, focusing on maintenance and repairs of buildings and equipment rather than ship boarding work. The position requires working 1st Shift hours from 0630 to 1530.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/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 San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

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.

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.