**Job Title: Electrical Assembly Technician** **Job Description** We are seeking an experienced Electrical Assembly Technician responsible for the complete mechanical and electrical assembly of units from start to finish using a variety of hand and power tools. The role requires a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, as well as knowledge of computers, including Excel, PC knowledge, and data entry. You will be reading schematics, wire diagrams, and service manuals to build units. The ideal candidate can layout and build control panels (PLC, drives - not programming), assemble conveyors, install motors, and build panel boards. You must be willing to perform both simple repetitive tasks and high-level assembly, including troubleshooting and repairing components. Additionally, you will assist with other tasks around the facility, such as warehouse and packaging duties. **Responsibilities** + Complete mechanical and electrical assembly of units using hand and power tools. + Read schematics, wire diagrams, and service manuals to build units. + Layout and build control panels (PLC, drives - not programming). + Assemble conveyors, install motors, and build panel boards. + Perform basic repetitive tasks as well as high-level assembly, including troubleshooting and repairing components. + Assist with other tasks around the facility, such as warehouse and packaging duties. + Install wiring, electric components (terminals, jump fuses), and panels. **Essential Skills** + Mechanical and electrical aptitude. + Knowledge of computers, including Excel, PC knowledge, and data entry. + Ability to read schematics, wire diagrams, and service manuals. + Familiarity with computer software other than Microsoft Office. + Minimum 2 years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with troubleshooting, repairing, and installing electric components. + Experience with gears, drives, pneumatic systems, and automation. + Ability to read and understand new computer programs. + Experience with panel building, hardware, and wiring. **Why Work Here?** We offer a great company culture and invest in our employees' growth. Our company is in growth mode, and with our expansion, there are opportunities for advancement. We are adding four people to the team, with potential leadership roles opening in the near future. **Work Environment** The work hours are from 7 AM to 4 PM, with a 1-hour lunch break. We offer some flexibility with start times based on childcare needs. The assembly area and warehouse are climate-controlled, and our facility is located in a newer building off of Easport Boulevard. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia. **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.