Switchboard Assembler - Entry Level

Description

JOB STATEMENT: Assembles or modifies electromechanical equipment (e.g. Switchboards, Lighting panels etc.) with the use of mechanical tools and blueprints. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Education: High School Diploma • Experience: Minimum of 6 months of experience in assembly • Specialized Training: Training in assembly • Knowledge: Basic hand tools, power tools, reading and interpreting blueprints • Skills: Basic computer skills, and use of basic mechanical/measuring tools. • Abilities:  Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language  Must be able to reach, grasp, lift 50 lbs., and push/pull/slide heavy material  Must be able to make coordinated movements of the hands and arms to grasp and move objects.  Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, crawl, and climb • Other: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a reliable form of transportation ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Operates tools and equipment common to the mechanical trade (e.g. hand & power tools). • Processes work orders (with the use of computers, scanning devices, etc.) in adherence to the production schedule or expedited orders. • Scans in and out of work orders (with the use of computers, scanning devices, etc.) in adherence to the production schedule or expedited orders. • Reads and interprets documents associated with the completion of mechanical assembly assignments (e.g. blueprints, bill of materials, one line diagrams, etc.). • Gathers parts and accessories required in the assembly process. • Assembles fabricated parts to create unit assemblies (Switchboards & Lighting Panels) or subassemblies. • Fastens component parts on cubicles or frames, subassemblies, or unit assemblies. • Connects cables and basic wires. • Verifies that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements. • Disassembles units to adjust or replace parts. • Marks unit assemblies with identifying information and/or attaches identifying tags. • Reports non-conforming items (e.g. parts, schematics, blue prints, etc.) • Prepares finished units for shipping (e.g. packing, sealing, labeling, etc.) • Cleans and maintains equipment and work area to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions. • Accesses and utilizes various documents, with the use of computers, associated with the manufacture of products in assembly (e.g. Quality and Safety Documents, Operating Instructions, etc.) • Performs other work as directed by Supervision. JOB SPECIFICATIONS • Working Conditions: Job involves typically working indoors, being assigned to any of the different shifts, occasionally lifting heavy materials, wearing common safety equipment (e.g. cut-resistant gloves and sleeves, safety shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc.) being exposed to loud noises and the possibility of bumps, cuts, scrapes, and strains. • Capabilities: The following are behaviors essential to being successful in this job.  Safety Advocacy: Ability to promote and ensure a safe work environment; identifies, communicates, and eliminates hazards encountered during regular course of work.  Quality Orientation: Focused on meeting or exceeding the level of excellence of products, services, and work activities–measured against pre-set standards; able to identify flaws and take corrective action.  Cooperation: Willingly assist others by offering guidance, sharing knowledge, teaching skills, or directly performing a task in order to help out. Puts team objectives ahead of personal interests.  Adaptability: Willingly accepts organizational changes and responds to changes with appropriate urgency and actions. Reacts to anger, frustration, and disappointment constructively (i.e. finding humor in situations; finding solutions to problems, using relaxation techniques; etc.).  Analytical Thinking: The ability to tackle a problem or task using a logical and systematic approach.  Spatial Reasoning: Ability to think in three dimensions; being able to mentally generate, rotate, and transform visual images.

Skills

Assembly, Hand tool, Wiring, Electrical, Schematic, Blueprint

Top Skills Details

Assembly,Hand tool,Wiring

Additional Skills & Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS • Working Conditions: Job involves typically working indoors, being assigned to any of the different shifts, occasionally lifting heavy materials, wearing common safety equipment (e.g. cut-resistant gloves and sleeves, safety shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc.) being exposed to loud noises and the possibility of bumps, cuts, scrapes, and strains. • Capabilities: The following are behaviors essential to being successful in this job.  Safety Advocacy: Ability to promote and ensure a safe work environment; identifies, communicates, and eliminates hazards encountered during regular course of work.  Quality Orientation: Focused on meeting or exceeding the level of excellence of products, services, and work activities–measured against pre-set standards; able to identify flaws and take corrective action.  Cooperation: Willingly assist others by offering guidance, sharing knowledge, teaching skills, or directly performing a task in order to help out. Puts team objectives ahead of personal interests.  Adaptability: Willingly accepts organizational changes and responds to changes with appropriate urgency and actions. Reacts to anger, frustration, and disappointment constructively (i.e. finding humor in situations; finding solutions to problems, using relaxation techniques; etc.).  Analytical Thinking: The ability to tackle a problem or task using a logical and systematic approach.  Spatial Reasoning: Ability to think in three dimensions; being able to mentally generate, rotate, and transform visual images.

Experience Level

Entry Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pomona, CA.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 Pomona,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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.