Job Title: Electrical Technician
Job Description
The Electrical Technician assembles custom and complex electrical control panel boxes for water and wastewater control systems, performs start-ups, and troubleshoots issues to ensure reliable operation. This role involves reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints, installing and wiring components, and performing thorough testing and quality checks on completed panels.
Responsibilities
Assemble custom and complex electrical control panel boxes used in water and wastewater control systems.
Interpret and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints to determine proper component layout and wiring paths.
Install and mount components such as blocks, buttons, switches, indicator lights, contactors, overloads, circuit breakers, relays, and time delays.
Wire control panels point-to-point according to schematics and established standards.
Perform start-up and troubleshooting of electrical control panels to verify proper operation.
Test and perform quality control checks on completed panels to ensure they meet specifications and safety requirements.
Work with multiple voltage systems including 480V 3-phase, 230V 3-phase, and 120V single-phase.
Use general hand tools, including screwdrivers, wire strippers, and drills, to complete assembly and wiring tasks.
Collaborate with a small team to meet production schedules and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Essential Skills
Minimum of 3 years of control panel assembly experience.
Minimum of 3 years of electrical assembly experience.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints for custom and complex electrical panels.
Proficiency in reading and wiring control panels from electrical schematics.
Hands-on experience with control panel wiring, point-to-point wiring, and panel building.
Experience working with 480V 3-phase, 230V 3-phase, and 120V single-phase power.
Familiarity with Schneider contactors and overloads, circuit breakers, relays, and time delay devices.
Strong electrical wiring and electrical assembly skills, including low-voltage work.
Ability to use basic hand tools such as screwdrivers, wire strippers, and drills.
Competence in blueprint reading and wiring schematics for electrical systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience building and wiring panels for water and wastewater control systems.
Experience in mechanical assembly related to control panels.
Experience working in a clean, organized shop environment.
Ability to work effectively as part of a small team of technicians.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
Why Work Here?
You will join a small, family-oriented company that values close-knit teamwork and a supportive culture. The organization offers internal benefits and incentives that reward performance and dedication. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a strong track record of contractors converting to direct employees, providing a clear path to long-term stability. You will work in a clean, organized shop environment where your craftsmanship and technical skills are recognized and appreciated.
Work Environment
The role is based in a clean, organized, non-climate-controlled shop environment, working closely with a team of approximately 5-6 employees. Standard hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some Saturday work from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. as needed. The work involves hands-on electrical panel assembly and wiring using common hand tools and working around industrial power levels, requiring adherence to safety practices and appropriate work attire suitable for a shop setting.
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 $24.00 - $26.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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.
