Job Description

Aerotek is seeking a Electrician - MCC/E-House Wiring (contract position)

Job Description

We are seeking skilled electricians to join our team in wiring skid-mounted E-houses and Motor Control Centers. This role involves installing control panels, transformers, running conduit and cable trays, and terminating wires. Initially, you will receive guidance on reading prints, but you will soon be expected to independently wire units and components. These positions are open-ended contracts with the potential to become long-term and possibly permanent.

Responsibilities

• Wire skid-mounted E-houses and Motor Control Centers.
• Install control panels and transformers.
• Run conduit and cable trays.
• Terminate wires.
• Understand and interpret assembly drawings and electrical schematic drawings.
• Assist high-level electricians as needed.
• Use and maintain tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, socket sets, pliers, and channel locks.
• Adhere to safety protocols and wear steel-toed boots.
• Work in both cold and hot environments.
• Lift up to 50lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Remain on your feet for 8 to 12 hours a day.

Essential Skills

• 1-3 years of basic electrical experience for entry-level positions.
• 3-6 years of proficiency in industrial electrical systems for mid-level positions.
• 7-15 years of extensive experience in industrial electrical systems for high-level positions.
• Proficiency in E-house assembly, MCC, and control skid assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills for high-level positions.
• Experience managing teams of 5 to 10 members for high-level positions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with E-houses or MCC is preferred.
• Independence and minimal supervision required at mid and high levels.
• Knowledge of cable termination, including 15KV (TJB), Cold shrink (3M), and 480V control cables.
• Familiarity with hand tools, including drills and torque wrenches.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where your skills are valued and opportunities for growth are abundant. Enjoy job stability with a potential path to a permanent position. After six months, benefit from holiday pay and experience a supportive work environment that encourages professional development.

Work Environment

Most of the shop is air-conditioned, but there are non-climate-controlled areas where you must be comfortable working in varying temperatures. The typical shift is from 6 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with possible extensions to 6:30 pm and occasional Saturday work.

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $33.00/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 Houston,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 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.

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