Electrical Wiring Technician
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Pay: $27.00 - $32.00/hr
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Position Type: Contract-to-Hire with Union Opportunity
About the Company
Join a leading manufacturer that supports industries including Industrial Automation, Power Generation, Medical Equipment, Military, and Semiconductor manufacturing. This organization is known for its exceptional employee retention, clean work environment, and long-term career opportunities.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Wiring Technician to assemble and wire custom electrical control panels and automation systems. This role is ideal for someone with strong electrical assembly experience who enjoys working with custom builds, wiring automation controls, and interpreting complex electrical schematics.
Panel builds range in size from small control enclosures to large industrial cabinets, with projects requiring anywhere from 50 to 250 labor hours to complete. This position offers a highly technical, detail-oriented environment where quality and craftsmanship are valued.
Responsibilities
Assemble and wire custom electrical control panels and control enclosures
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings
Wire automation controls according to customer specifications
Route wires and perform crimping, stripping, terminal installation, and soldering
Drill and tap holes, mount components, and install electrical hardware
Utilize hand and power tools daily, including drills, screwdrivers, and crimpers
Perform quality inspections and troubleshoot wiring or assembly issues
Repair and rework assemblies when necessary to meet quality standards
Follow all safety procedures and production requirements
Qualifications
Required
3-4+ years of electrical assembly experience
Experience wiring custom control panels and automated control systems
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
Experience with power distribution panels and power supplies
Proficiency with:
Wire crimping
Wire stripping
Terminal installation
Soldering
Drill and tap operations
Component mounting
Experience using hand and power tools
Ability to pass an electrical schematic reading test
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Preferred
Technical degree in Automation, Electronics, or a related field
UL 508A certification
Field Service Technician experience
Industrial automation troubleshooting experience
Work Environment
Clean, climate-controlled production facility
Well-lit and organized workspace
Smaller team environment with an R&D-style atmosphere
Strong focus on quality and precision workmanship
Cafeteria, break room, lockers, and vending machines available
PPE provided
No live voltage work during assembly
Training & Success Expectations
During your first week, you'll complete orientation and demonstrate skills such as:
Wire crimping
Stripping and terminating wires
Soldering
Drill and tap operations
Product mounting
The second week focuses on hands-on training and learning customer-specific build requirements. Long-term success is measured by quality, accuracy, reliability, and meeting production goals.
Benefits
Contract-to-union career path
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and PTO
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance options
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Company-supported training
Stable company with excellent tenure and retention
If you're an experienced electrical assembler, panel builder, controls wiring technician, or field service professional looking for a long-term opportunity with growth potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
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.
