Electrical Assembly Technician

Job Title:
Electrical Assembly Technician
Job Description

As an Electrical Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for the complete mechanical and electrical assembly of units from start to finish. This role involves using a variety of hand and power tools, reading schematics, wire diagrams, and service manuals to build units. It requires mechanical and electrical aptitude as well as proficiency in computer skills, including Excel and data entry.

You will layout and build control panels, assemble conveyors, install motors, and build panel boards. Additionally, you will perform basic repetitive tasks and high-level assembly, including troubleshooting and repairing components.

• Complete mechanical and electrical assembly of units using hand and power tools.
• Read and interpret schematics, wire diagrams, and service manuals.
• Layout and build control panels including PLCs and drives.
• Assemble conveyors and install motors.
• Build panel boards and install wiring, electrical components, and panels.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of components.
• Assist with other facility tasks such as warehouse and packaging duties.

• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly.
• Familiarity with computer software beyond Microsoft Office.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding new software programs.

• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical components.
• Knowledge of gears, drives, pneumatic systems, and automation.
• Ability to build and install panels and hardware.

Enjoy a great company culture that invests in people, offering opportunities for career advancement as the company is in growth mode. Join a team that values your development and be part of an expanding line that provides leadership opportunities.

You will work in a climate-controlled assembly area and warehouse, in a newer facility located off Easport Boulevard. The standard working hours are from 8 am to 5 pm with a one-hour lunch break. There is some flexibility with start times to accommodate childcare needs, similar to arrangements made with current associates.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Richmond, VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

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 solving for 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.

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.