Controls Electrician

Job Title: Controls Electrician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Controls Electrician responsible for panel assembly, mechanical subassemblies, and installation of housings, cabinets, electronic controls, devices, panels, sensors, and components. The role involves positioning and connecting wiring harnesses, cables, and lead wires, terminating wiring and components, and attaching and fastening terminal lugs, connector pins, and other devices. You will also be required to perform drilling, tapping, crimping, and soldering tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble control panels and mechanical subassemblies.
• Install housings, cabinets, electronic controls, devices, panels, sensors, and components.
• Position and connect wiring harnesses, cables, and lead wires.
• Terminate wiring and components accurately.
• Attach and fasten terminal lugs, connector pins, and other devices to wiring.
• Perform tasks such as drilling, tapping, crimping, and soldering.
• Follow verbal and written instructions to perform electrical and mechanical tasks using fabrication drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and wire lists.
• Complete detailed and accurate as-built and quality control documentation.

Essential Skills

• Experience in electrical troubleshooting and mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• At least four years of experience working in the electrical industry.
• Current and valid United States driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willing to submit a background check and drug test.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with electrical assembly and control systems.
• Proficient in wiring, repair, and blueprint interpretation.

Why Work Here?

Join our team and enjoy a supportive work environment with a 4/10 work schedule from Monday to Thursday. Benefit from a comprehensive package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k, and health insurance covering medical, prescription, vision, and dental. Enjoy holidays, vacation, and PTO, all in a position with no travel requirements.

Work Environment

Work in a climate-controlled, well-lit, and clean environment. The schedule is currently Monday to Friday, 6 am - 4:30 pm, with additional hours on Saturdays and Sundays due to current demands. However, this is not a permanent schedule.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Henrico, VA.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00/hr.

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 Henrico,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 2025.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.