Wire and Cable Assembly Technician

Lonestar Electric Supply; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life, and vision ins.

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Specified Holiday Pay

Job summary

Lonestar Electrical Supply in Houston, TX seeks a skilled Wire and Cable Assembly Technician to build, terminate, test, and inspect high-quality cable assemblies and wire harnesses per customer specs.

The ideal candidate reads drawings, works with copper and fiber optic cables, and has experience with fiber optic testing. Proficiency with crimping tools and hand tools is required, with certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics and work instructions.
• Experience building cable assemblies and wire harnesses.
• Proficiency with crimping tools, wire strippers, cutters and soldering equipment.
• Fiber optic termination, splicing, testing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and work orders to meet specs.
• Build and label cable assemblies and wire harnesses.
• Measure, cut, strip, crimp, solder, and terminate cables to standards.
• Perform fiber optic termination, splicing, inspection, cleaning, and testing.
• Conduct continuity, hipot, functional, and fiber optic testing.
• Inspect assemblies for accuracy, labeling, pinouts, and lengths.
• Document production, testing, and quality, report nonconformities.
• Operate and maintain tools and testing equipment safely.
• Communicate shortages or issues to supervisors.
• Assist with material handling, kitting, inventory, packaging, shipping prep.

Skills

Read drawings

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Fiber optic experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Crimping tools

Wire strippers

Cutters

Soldering equipment

Testing equipment

Job description

VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Lonestar Electrical Supply is seeking a skilled, reliable, and detail-oriented Wire and Cable Assembly Technician to join our production team. This position is responsible for building, terminating, testing, and inspecting high-quality cable assemblies and wire harnesses to customer specifications. The ideal candidate is experienced with cable and connector assembly, can accurately interpret drawings and work instructions, and is committed to delivering quality workmanship in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience with fiber optic assembly and testing is strongly preferred. Above all, we are looking for someone who embodies our commitment to MAKE IT HAPPEN.

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, work instructions, BOMs, and work orders to ensure products are built to specification.
• Build, assemble, route, bundle, label, and finish cable assemblies and wire harnesses using a variety of cable types, connectors, terminals, and related components.
• Measure, cut, strip, crimp, solder, and terminate copper and fiber optic cables according to customer and industry standards.
• Perform fiber optic termination, splicing, inspection, cleaning, and testing as required.
• Conduct continuity, hipot, functional, and fiber optic testing to verify product quality and performance.
• Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy, workmanship, labeling, pinouts, lengths, and compliance with customer requirements.
• Complete production, testing, and quality documentation while identifying and reporting nonconforming materials or workmanship issues.
• Operate and maintain assembly tools, test equipment, and workstations in a safe and organized manner.
• Communicate material shortages, drawing discrepancies, tooling concerns, and production issues to supervisors as needed.
• Assist with material handling, kitting, inventory, packaging, shipping preparation, and other shop duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience building cable assemblies, wire harnesses, or related electrical/electronic assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and work instructions.
• Experience working with wire, cable, connectors, terminals, and associated components.
• Proficiency with crimping tools, wire strippers, cutters, soldering equipment, and common hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a production environment.
• Fiber optic assembly, termination, splicing, and testing experience preferred.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, FOA CFOT, or similar certifications preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive assembly tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Manual dexterity required for detailed assembly, crimping, soldering, and testing activities.
• Ability to use small hand tools, testing equipment, and precision assembly tools.
• Must be able to work around production equipment in conditions that may include heat, noise, and varying warehouse temperatures.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, life, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off.
• Specified Holiday Pay.

Disclaimer:

This job description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements for the position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to meet business objectives.

Lonestar Electric Supply is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status.