Assembly Technician

Job Description

The Assembly Technician plays a key role in building custom electrical switchboards from the ground up. Using blueprints, schematics, hand tools, and power tools, this position performs mechanical assembly and wire harness installation to create high-quality products that meet customer requirements. Success in this role requires attention to detail, high comfort level with hand and power tools, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Assemble metal frames and custom electrical switchboards using hand and power tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, customer specifications, and basic electrical schematics.
• Measure and verify parts to ensure accurate assembly and quality standards.
• Build, secure, and install mechanical components and wire harnesses.
• Mount and route wiring components according to specifications.
• Perform repetitive assembly tasks while maintaining attention to detail and product quality.
• Adapt to customized unit designs while following established assembly processes.
• Safely use step ladders to access and assemble upper sections of switchboards.
• Lift, move, and position components weighing up to 70 lbs. as needed.
• Work in various physical positions, including standing, sitting, kneeling, squatting, and climbing step stools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and leads to improve quality and productivity.
• Work independently and efficiently after completing training.

Essential Skills

• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools safely.
• Good mechanical skills and hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, construction, or a similar environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 70 lbs. occasionally.
• Comfortable working on a step ladder at heights up to approximately 7 feet.
• Ability to work in different positions, including standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, and climbing step stools.
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Commitment to workplace safety and wearing required PPE, including steel-toe or composite-toe footwear.
• Previous assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings preferred.
• Ability to read basic electrical schematics and assist with wire harness assembly preferred.

Available Shift & Pay

• 1st shift: 7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday
• $19-22, based on experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Monticello, IN.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Monticello,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.