Electrical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Technician - San Diego, CA (1st Shift)

Job Description

• We are seeking a skilled Electrical Technician to inspect, test, repair, and troubleshoot electrical equipment primarily within our shipyard facility and occasionally onboard vessels. The role involves installing and maintaining electrical equipment in compliance with shipyard standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, repair, and troubleshoot electrical equipment in the shipyard and occasionally onboard vessels.
• Install and maintain electrical equipment according to shipyard standards.
• Mount equipment on foundations, cabinets, power panels, PLC controllers, and motor controllers, and connect electrical systems to equipment.
• Conduct commissioning and testing functions for electrical equipment, including cold insulation checks, continuity checks, physical inspections, initial light-off testing, and final operational testing.
• Test equipment such as motors and controllers, generators, switchboards, power panels, load centers, MCCS, PLCs, tank level indicators, motor-operated valves, public address systems, fire detection systems, sound-powered and dial telephone systems, galley equipment, HVAC controls, and machinery controllers.

Essential Skills

• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment.
• Ability to perform layout and install electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical theory and wiring practices.
• Ability to read cable and wire color codes with precision.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Skill in using electrical test equipment and hand/power tools.
• Ability to work 1st shift (0630 - 1530) and at heights.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency with hand/power tools and electrical test equipment.
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions, safety instructions, regulations, and warnings.
• Ability to hear warning signals.

Why Work Here?

• Join one of the largest full-service shipbuilding and repair facilities in the nation, with a chance to support the Navy and US Military in their mission. Benefit from a contract-to-hire opportunity and enjoy easy access to public transportation with a location close to the Blue Line Trolley Stop.

Work Environment

• Work primarily in a shipyard facility focused on the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment. The role does not involve ship boarding work. The position operates on a 1st shift schedule 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 21, 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.