About this opportunity
Aerotek lists this Electromechanical Assembler III opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Electromechanical Assembler III
Join a team that designs, manufactures, and supplies advanced electrical power solutions for the broader power market. As an Electromechanical Assembler III, you focus primarily on electrical assembly for switchboards, switchgear, and heavy power distribution equipment, contributing directly to the safe and reliable delivery of power in demanding industrial environments.
Responsibilities
Perform electrical assembly on switchboards, switchgear, and heavy power distribution equipment according to specifications and quality standards.
Stack and assemble metal components and structures used in power distribution systems.
Build and assemble transformers, ensuring proper configuration and secure installation.
Accurately measure materials and components using a tape measure to support precise assembly work.
Mount heavy components such as breakers, transformers, busway, and contactors safely and correctly.
Install sheet metal panels and doors, ensuring proper fit and secure attachment.
Prepare, punch, align, and bolt copper and aluminum busbar components in accordance with engineering requirements.
Use hand tools and power tools to perform assembly, fastening, and adjustment tasks.
Read and interpret schematics and prints (where applicable) to guide wiring and assembly work.
Collaborate effectively with team members, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.
Demonstrate initiative by identifying issues, suggesting improvements, and supporting problem-solving on the production floor.
Follow all safety procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment such as steel toe footwear.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, supporting efficient workflow and safe operations.
Adapt to different areas of the facility, including outdoor, non-climate-controlled, and climate-controlled spaces as needed.
Support overtime and extended shifts when required to meet production demands.
Essential Skills
Electrical assembly experience with a focus on industrial or power distribution equipment.
At least 2 years of experience specifically working on switchboards, switchgear, or heavy power distribution equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with large, heavy components.
Proficiency with hand tools and power tools used in assembly and fabrication.
Ability to stand for extended periods, including up to 12-hour shifts when needed.
Capability to safely mount and handle heavy components such as breakers, transformers, busway, and contactors.
Ability to install sheet metal panels and doors with attention to fit, alignment, and secure fastening.
Basic tape measure use and accurate measurement skills.
Team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and initiative.
Commitment to following safety protocols, including wearing steel toe footwear.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience reading electrical schematics is a strong plus.
Experience reading blueprints or prints is a strong plus.
Wiring experience in industrial or power distribution settings is beneficial.
Forklift experience is a bonus but not required.
Familiarity with copper and aluminum busbar assembly and bolting is an advantage.
Background in environments similar to large industrial or manufacturing companies is helpful.
Why Work Here?
Employees enjoy a supportive environment that values teamwork, initiative, and long-term growth. The company invests in its workforce by offering paid lunches, annual allowances for steel toe footwear, dedicated sick pay, and comprehensive health benefits. You benefit from a stable schedule with opportunities for overtime, while working in a diverse environment that encourages collaboration and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
The role is based in a large warehouse facility that includes both outdoor, non-climate-controlled areas and indoor climate-controlled spaces, with climate-controlled break rooms for comfort. You work primarily on the production floor around heavy power distribution equipment and large metal assemblies. Typical hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a standard 40-hour workweek and regular opportunities to reach 4050 hours, including the possibility of 12-hour shifts when production demands increase. Steel toe footwear is required and provided via an allowance once hired directly. Employees do not bring their own tools; all necessary tools and equipment are supplied on site. The environment is diverse, fast-paced, and safety-focused, offering exposure to a wide range of industrial power technologies.
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 $27.28 - $32.94/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)
Worksite address
houston, TX, 77001, US
Who can apply
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