Wire Assembler

Electrical Manufacturing Company Urgently Hiring Electrical and Mechanical Assemblers in Kearny, NJ on First and Second Shifts

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Location: Kearny, NJ

Shift: 7am-3:30pm & 3pm-11:30pm (Monday-Friday)

Pay: $25+/hour ; Overtime: $37.50+/hour

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling low-voltage wiring systems and building electrical switchboards in accordance with UL assembly standards and applicable electrical codes. You will work from blueprints and electrical schematics to complete control panels, switchgear, and related electrical assemblies with accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Assemble low-voltage wiring assemblies according to electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Build and wire electrical switchboards, control panels, and switchgear following detailed drawings and specifications.
• Interpret and apply electrical blueprints, diagrams, and wiring schematics to ensure correct layout and connections.
• Follow UL assembly standards to ensure all assemblies meet quality, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Apply relevant electrical code requirements during assembly to ensure safe and compliant installations.
• Inspect and verify wiring connections, continuity, and component placement to maintain high-quality workmanship.
• Organize and route wires and cables neatly within panels and switchboards to support safe and efficient operation.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve wiring or assembly issues that arise during production.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Support production needs by working assigned shifts and overtime as required to meet project and customer deadlines.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in low-voltage wiring assemblies, control panel building, or related electrical wiring work.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with control panel wiring, panel assembly, and switchgear wiring.
• Working knowledge of UL assembly standards and their application in electrical panel and switchboard construction.
• Understanding of applicable electrical code requirements and how they apply to panel and switchboard assemblies.
• Ability to perform precise, neat, and organized panel wiring and cable routing.
• Strong attention to detail and quality when assembling and wiring electrical components.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work from technical documentation.
• Commitment to working safely and following all safety policies and procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with low-voltage control circuits and industrial control panels.
• Background in panel building or switchgear assembly in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with using standard electrical hand tools, crimping tools, and test equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic wiring issues using schematics and drawings.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks within a shift.

This is a Permanent position based out of Kearny, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $66560.00/yr.

union opportunity full benefits health dental vision 401k

This is a fully onsite position in Kearny,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

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.

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.