Jr Electrician

Description

This entry-level role provides hands-on training and mentorship while assisting licensed electricians and senior technicians with the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems, cabling, and site infrastructure that support our test stands, spacecraft facilities, and manufacturing operations.

This position is designed for individuals beginning their career in the skilled trades, offering structured development, exposure to aerospace infrastructure projects, and opportunities to grow into journeyman-level responsibilities.

• Assist with the installation of electrical systems, including conduit, wire pulls, outlets, lighting, panels, and switches. • Learn to measure, cut, thread, and bend conduit (EMT, PVC, and rigid) using appropriate hand tools and mechanical benders. • Support preventative maintenance tasks such as checking breakers, outlets, and wiring for wear or hazards. • Prepare and organize electrical materials, tools, and equipment for daily work. • Pull, run, and terminate CAT5/CAT6 network wiring using proper connectors and tools. • Install hardware in racks, panels, and cabinets to support network connectivity. • Assist in constructing infrastructure such as CAT6A panels, cable trays, grounding, and bonding. • Work closely with the Firefly Network Department to bring new sites online and maintain reliable internet connections across facilities. • Learn to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and shop drawings • Follow all electrical codes, company procedures, and OSHA safety requirements. • Participate in lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures under supervision. • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site.

Skills

Electrical, Facilities maintenance, Hvac, Troubleshooting, Wiring, Blueprint, Maintenance technician, Facility maintenance, Preventive maintenance, Facility, Industrial

Top Skills Details

Electrical,Facilities maintenance,Hvac,Troubleshooting,Wiring,Blueprint,Maintenance technician,Facility maintenance,Preventive maintenance,Facility,Industrial

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior trade school, vocational training, or hands-on construction/electrical/cabling experience. • Familiarity with electrical code basics and wiring methods. • Exposure to conduit bending, cable pulling, or network wiring. • Experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or aerospace environment. • Forklift, scissor lift, or boom lift experience (training can be provided).

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.