Electrical Helper (Days) BA

Aerotek; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Pasadena, TX is seeking an Electrical Helper (Day Shift) to support the production of low- and medium-voltage electrical gear in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will assist with wiring panels, reading blueprints, and helping assemble panel boxes, PCRs, and ATS in a large facility.

Requirements include at least 1 year of electrical experience, ability to work 11-hour days, and bilingual English/Spanish. This is a contract-to-hire onsite role with a safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of electrical experience in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and one-line and three-line drawings.
• Hands-on experience with low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems.
• Proficiency in electrical assembly and wiring of panels, panel boxes, and switchgear.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools for electrical and mechanical assembly work.
• Capacity to work long hours and maintain productivity in a fast-paced production environment.
• Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Demonstrated initiative and leadership potential in a shop or production setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical assembly and wiring of panel boxes and switchgear for low-voltage and medium-voltage systems.
• Connect cables, crimp wires, and perform mechanical assembly tasks to build complete electrical units.
• Use personal hand tools and power tools safely and effectively during assembly and wiring operations.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and one-line and three-line drawings to complete work accurately.
• Perform panel building, panel wiring, and electrical wiring according to schematics and engineering specifications.
• Support assembly of electrical panels, power centers, PCRs, and ATS.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and tools.
• Work extended hours, typically 11 hours per day, 56 days per week, to meet production schedules in a busy shop.
• Collaborate with team members on the production floor and demonstrate initiative in taking on tasks and solving problems.
• Contribute to a high-volume, fast-paced production environment by meeting quality standards and deadlines.

Skills

Electrical experience

Blueprint reading

Low/medium voltage

Panel wiring

Hand & power tools

Long hours

Bilingual English-Spanish

Leadership potential

Tools

Power tools

Electrical panels

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Helper (Day Shift) Job Description

This role supports the production of custom-engineered electrical gear for the energy, industrial, and critical infrastructure sectors. As an Electrical Helper, you assist with electrical assembly and wiring of panel boxes and switchgear, working on both low-voltage and medium-voltage equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical assembly and wiring of panel boxes and switchgear for low-voltage and medium-voltage systems.


• Connect cables, crimp wires, and perform mechanical assembly tasks to build complete electrical units.


• Use personal hand tools and power tools safely and effectively during assembly and wiring operations.


• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and one-line and three-line drawings to complete work accurately.


• Perform panel building, panel wiring, and electrical wiring according to schematics and engineering specifications.


• Support assembly of electrical panels, power centers, Power Control Rooms (PCR), and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS).


• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and tools.


• Work extended hours, typically 11 hours per day, 56 days per week, to meet production schedules in a busy shop.


• Collaborate with team members on the production floor and demonstrate initiative in taking on tasks and solving problems.


• Contribute to a high-volume, fast-paced production environment by meeting quality standards and deadlines.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of electrical experience in an industrial setting.


• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and one-line and three-line drawings.


• Hands-on experience with low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems.


• Proficiency in electrical assembly and wiring of panels, panel boxes, and switchgear.


• Ability to use hand tools and power tools for electrical and mechanical assembly work.


• Capacity to work long hours and maintain productivity in a fast-paced production environment.


• Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish.


• Demonstrated initiative and leadership potential in a shop or production setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with electrical assembly of panels or power centers.


• Familiarity with Power Control Rooms (PCR) and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS).


• Ability to work every day of the week when required to support production demands.


• Comfort working in a large, busy manufacturing facility with multiple shops and disciplines.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following electrical schematics and safety standards.


• Ability to collaborate with a diverse team of electrical assemblers, warehouse staff, and production personnel.

Why Work Here?

You join a rapidly growing organization with significant opportunities for advancement into leadership roles. The company focuses on taking care of employees through regular catered meals, family-oriented values, and frequent community events and outreach. You benefit from a supportive, second-chance-friendly culture that values initiative, hard work, and long-term career growth in a stable, expanding operation.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, approximately 600,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Pasadena, Texas. The environment is very clean and organized, with open bay doors and numerous fans in a nonclimate-controlled production shop. The building primarily houses electrical assemblers, warehouse operations, and production activities, while other nearby facilities support welding, machining, and powder coating. The shop is fast paced and very busy, with day shift hours typically Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., working about 11 hours per day, 56 days per week. Night shift operations follow a similar schedule and may open additional opportunities. Required attire includes steel-toe footwear, jeans, work shirt, and safety glasses, reflecting a safety-focused, hands-on industrial work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pasadena,TX.

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.