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Assembly Technician

Aerotek
  • Angier, NC
  • $24–$31 Per Hour
  • Contractor
  • Instant Apply
10 days ago

Job Description

Job Title: Assembly TechnicianJob Description

The Assembly Technician builds electrical control panels and monitoring systems by following detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation. This role involves mechanical and electrical assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting of low-voltage DC systems while working closely with project and engineering teams to ensure high-quality, reliable products.

Responsibilities
  • Assemble electrical control panels and monitoring systems according to engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Wire, label, and terminate conductors to terminal blocks and electrical components following established standards.
  • Strip, dress, route, and secure wiring using accepted panel shop practices.
  • Work with 12, 14, and 18 gauge wiring in a safe and accurate manner.
  • Mount electrical and mechanical components onto panels using hand tools and power tools.
  • Drill, tap, cut, and fabricate panel components as required to meet design specifications.
  • Assemble mechanical and electrical subassemblies for integrated systems.
  • Route and install tubing, conduit, and associated system components.
  • Perform conduit bending, threading, and fabrication tasks to support system installation.
  • Conduct low-voltage DC testing and troubleshooting using voltmeters, multimeters, and other testing equipment.
  • Assist with calibration, startup, and repair activities on assembled systems.
  • Read and interpret assembly drawings, electrical schematics, blueprints, and operating manuals to complete builds accurately.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, and vendors to ensure materials and components are available for production.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the assembly area.
Essential Skills
  • Proven mechanical aptitude and hands-on assembly experience.
  • Experience using hand tools and power tools, including drills, sanders, drill presses, and related shop equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, assembly prints, electrical schematics, and blueprints.
  • Experience working with terminal blocks and electrical wiring in control panels or similar assemblies.
  • Understanding of wire stripping, labeling, routing, and termination practices in panel assembly.
  • Comfort using test equipment such as digital multimeters, voltmeters, and electronic testing devices.
  • Ability to troubleshoot low-voltage DC electrical circuits.
  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and assemblies.
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative while following established procedures.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience assembling mechanical and electrical subassemblies for integrated systems.
  • Familiarity with conduit routing, bending, threading, and installation.
  • Experience performing low-voltage DC testing and assisting with calibration and startup activities.
  • Comfort working in a production or panel shop environment with established safety practices.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with project managers, engineers, and vendors to support production needs.
Why Work Here?

You join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and precision while offering a stable weekday schedule that supports work-life balance. You work closely with experienced professionals in engineering and project teams, giving you the opportunity to expand your technical skills and grow your expertise in electrical and mechanical assembly. The environment encourages initiative, independence, and continuous learning, allowing you to take pride in building high-quality, reliable systems.

Work Environment

This role operates in a shop or production environment on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with the option to extend to 5:30 PM if an hour lunch break is preferred. You work with hand tools, power tools, drills, sanders, drill presses, and other shop equipment, as well as electrical test instruments such as digital multimeters and voltmeters. The workspace emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and safety, with a focus on maintaining an orderly assembly area while handling electrical wiring, control panels, tubing, and conduit.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Angier, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $31.00/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 position based out of Angier, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Angier,NC.

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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAngier, NC
Job TypeContractor
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$24–$31 Per Hour
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1983
Websitehttps://www.aerotek.com/

About Company

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 meets 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.  

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.

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
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  • Aviation Industryunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • Calibrationunmatched
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  • Detail Orientedunmatched
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  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Hand Toolsunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Low Voltage (LV)unmatched
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  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Mechanical Assemblyunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Procedure Developmentunmatched
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  • Project Engineeringunmatched
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  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Startupunmatched
  • System Integration (SI)unmatched
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  • Test Equipmentunmatched
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