Electrical Assembly Technician - 1st shift
$27-$32/hr | Union Career Opportunity | Clean, Climate-Controlled Facility
Are you an experienced Electrical Assembly Technician who enjoys building custom control panels, working with electrical schematics, and taking pride in high-quality craftsmanship? Join a growing team that designs and builds custom electrical control systems for cutting-edge industries including Industrial Automation, Power Generation, Medical Equipment, Military, and Semiconductor Manufacturing.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a company known for its strong culture, long employee tenure, and clear path to union membership with outstanding benefits.
What You'll Be Doing
As an Electrical Assembly Technician, you'll be responsible for building custom electrical control panels from start to finish. No production-line repetition here. Every project is unique, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where your technical skills are valued.
Responsibilities include:
Building and wiring custom electrical control panels ranging from microwave-sized units to large industrial cabinets.
Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and customer-specific prints.
Installing and wiring automated controls and electrical components to customer specifications.
Using hand and power tools including drills, screwdrivers, crimpers, wire strippers, and test equipment.
Performing wire termination, crimping, soldering, drilling, tapping, and mounting of components.
Troubleshooting wiring issues and resolving build challenges during assembly.
Completing product repairs and rework as needed to ensure quality standards are met.
What We're Looking For
Qualified candidates will have:
3+ years of experience in electrical assembly, control panel building, or custom panel wiring.
Strong ability to read and follow electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Experience working with industrial controls, automation systems, power distribution panels, or power supplies.
Knowledge of wire routing, termination, crimping, stripping, soldering, drilling, and electrical component installation.
Consistent experience using hand tools and power tools in a manufacturing or technical environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Additional Qualifications That Stand Out
Field Service Technicians with strong electrical troubleshooting experience are encouraged to apply.
Technical degree in Automation, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or related field.
UL 508A knowledge or certification.
Why You'll Want to Work Here
This is more than just a contract position. It's an opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.
After conversion, employees become part of the St. Paul Local 110 Union and gain access to:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holiday pay
Professional development and advancement opportunities
Strong job stability and long-term career growth
The company has an average employee tenure of approximately 10 years, reflecting its positive culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to employee success.
Work Environment
Clean, organized, and climate-controlled facility
Bright production floor with modern equipment
Quiet work environment focused on precision assembly
Team-oriented culture with strong communication and collaboration
On-site cafeteria, break room, lockers, and vending machines
PPE provided
Schedule
Monday through Friday
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
No overnight travel. Consistent first-shift schedule with excellent work-life balance.
Apply Today
If you have experience building electrical control panels, reading schematics, or wiring industrial automation systems and you're looking for a long-term career with union benefits and advancement opportunities, we'd like to speak with you.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spring Lake Park, 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 Spring Lake Park, MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Spring Lake Park,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.
