Wireman

Aerotek; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek in Houston is seeking a Wireman / Electrical Technician to assemble and wire custom control panels for water and wastewater systems. You will read blueprints, build panels, and perform start-ups, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Work with 480V 3-phase, 230V 3-phase, and 120V, install Schneider components, and conduct QC checks in a small production team. This is a contract-to-hire, on-site role with a daytime schedule and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and wiring schematics.
• Wiring control panels from schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience assembling complex electrical panels in production settings.
• Ability to work with low and medium voltage power in panel builds.

Responsibilities

• Assemble custom and complex electrical control panel boxes for water and wastewater systems.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints and wiring schematics to locate components.
• Install and mount panels and components using hand tools.
• Wire control panels point-to-point from schematics, ensuring neat and safe wiring.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical panel wiring

Control panel assembly

3+ years experience

Schematic interpretation

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Wireman / Electrical Technician:

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling and wiring custom electrical control panel boxes used in water and wastewater control systems. You will perform start-ups, testing, and troubleshooting of complex control panels, working from diagrams and blueprints to ensure accurate component placement and reliable system performance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble custom and complex electrical control panel boxes for water and wastewater control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, diagrams, and wiring schematics to determine proper component locations.
• Install and mount blocks, buttons, switches, lights, and other panel components using general hand tools.
• Wire control panels point-to-point from electrical schematics, ensuring neat, accurate, and safe wiring practices.
• Perform electrical assembly and panel building, including low-voltage and multi-phase power connections.
• Work with 480V 3-phase, 230V 3-phase, and 120V single-phase power within control panels.
• Install and connect Schneider contactors, overloads, circuit breakers, relays, time delay devices, and related control equipment.
• Conduct testing and quality control (QC) checks on completed panels to verify proper operation and safety.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues within control panels and make necessary corrections or repairs.
• Collaborate with a small team in a production environment to meet project timelines and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety procedures while working with electrical systems.
• Use personal hand tools such as screwdrivers, wire strippers, and drills to perform daily tasks.

Required

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for custom and complex electrical control panels.
• Minimum of 3 years of control panel wiring or electrical panel building experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of electrical assembly experience.
• Proficiency in wiring control panels from schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with point-to-point wiring and electrical panel layout.
• Hands-on experience working with 480V 3-phase, 230V 3-phase, and 120V single-phase power.
• Knowledge of Schneider contactors, overloads, circuit breakers, relays, and time delay devices.
• Strong electrical wiring and assembly skills in a production environment.
• Ability to perform testing and quality control on completed electrical products.
• Capability to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues in control panels.
• Possession of basic personal tools, including screwdrivers, wire strippers, and a drill.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience building and wiring control panels for water and wastewater systems.
• Comfort working with low-voltage circuits and mechanical aspects of panel assembly.
• Ability to read and work from detailed wiring schematics and diagrams.
• Background in electrical panel building, panel wiring, and electrical assembly in a shop environment.
• Experience in a production setting with organized workflows and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing clean, well-organized panel builds.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small, tight-knit team.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, family-oriented company that values a close-knit culture and treats team members with respect. The environment offers internal benefits and incentives, along with a strong track record of contractors transitioning into long-term, direct employment. You can build a stable career in a clean, organized shop where your craftsmanship and reliability are recognized and appreciated.

Work Environment

You will work in a non-climate-controlled shop alongside a team of approximately 56 employees in a family-owned, tight-knit setting. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional Saturday shifts from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The facility is clean and organized, focused on production of electrical control panels, and you will regularly use standard hand tools and electrical components in a collaborative, hands-on environment.

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 $24.00 - $26.00/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 Houston, TX.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

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.