Lead Cable Assembly Technician

Burnett Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists seeks a Lead Service Loop & Cable Assembly Technician for a hands-on leadership role on-site in Houston. The position focuses on building complex cable assemblies and service loops, while guiding and training other technicians.

The ideal candidate reads technical drawings and ensures assemblies meet specifications. Roles include testing, documentation, and coordinating with production to maintain quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience building industrial cable assemblies, service loops, or similar electrical products.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, pinout schedules, and BOMs.
• Experience leading or mentoring technicians in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily production of service loops, bridles, and cable assemblies.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Measure, cut, prepare, route, bundle, terminate, and assemble cables and connectors.
• Assign work and train technicians on the shop floor.
• Inspect work at key production stages for quality and accuracy.
• Coordinate electrical testing and document test results.

Skills

Cable assemblies

Lead technicians

Read drawings

Quality workmanship

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Safety focus

Tools

IPC workmanship standards

Job description

Location: Greenspoint / North Houston, TX | Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site | Position Type: Temp-to-Hire

A growing industrial manufacturing company in the Greenspoint area is seeking an experienced Lead Service Loop & Cable Assembly Technician to join their team on a temp-to-hire basis. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone with experience building complex cable assemblies, service loops, or similar industrial electrical products. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working on the shop floor, leading and training other technicians, reading technical drawings, and ensuring assemblies are built, tested, and documented according to specifications.

What You'll Do

• Lead the daily production of service loops, bridles, and power, control, and instrumentation cable assemblies
• Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, pinout schedules, bills of material, and work instructions
• Measure, cut, prepare, route, bundle, terminate, and assemble cables and connectors
• Assign work and provide hands-on guidance and training to other technicians
• Inspect work at key stages of production to ensure quality and accuracy
• Complete production travelers and document material identification, measurements, inspections, and test results
• Perform or coordinate electrical testing, including continuity, pinout, and insulation resistance testing as required
• Identify drawing discrepancies, material issues, and nonconforming work and communicate concerns promptly
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving production issues before work continues
• Support final inspections, customer witness testing, packaging, and shipment preparation
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on experience building industrial cable assemblies, service loops, wire harnesses, or similar electrical products
• Strong knowledge of cable preparation, connector assembly, and electrical terminations
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions
• Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring technicians in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Comfortable performing inspections, testing, and production documentation
• Ability to organize work, communicate clearly, and keep production moving while maintaining quality and safety standards
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and address issues before they impact production

Preferred Experience

• Experience with any of the following is a plus: Drilling equipment
• Offshore or subsea service loops
• Marine or industrial cable assemblies
• Fiber optic assemblies
• IPC workmanship standards
• Electrical testing equipment

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced cable assembly technician who enjoys being hands-on while also providing leadership and guidance to a production team. The position offers the opportunity to transition into a permanent role with a growing industrial operation.

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