• Wire Assembler

    Aerotek (Des Moines, IA)


    Job Title: Wire Assembler

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Cable Assembly Technician responsible for fabricating cable harnesses and cable assemblies from various schematics and wiring diagrams. This role involves working with parts used on agricultural equipment such as GPS, computers, and wiring harnesses, which may be greasy or dirty. Candidates must be comfortable with multitasking, especially during peak times from April to June.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform tasks such as wire making, soldering, crimping, connector termination, and assembly.

    + Utilize various hand and power tools for assembly.

    + Monitor inventory levels of wire, cable, components, and supplies, and communicate status with the team.

    + Assist with documentation and building work orders.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in wiring, mechanical assembly, and cable assembly.

    + Proficiency in electronics, electrical assembly, and blueprint interpretation.

    + Skilled in soldering, crimping, and use of hand tools.

    + Ability to read and work from schematics and control panels.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Knowledge of various hand and power tools and ability to use them effectively.

    + Strong attention to detail and a service-oriented, positive attitude.

    + Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.

    + Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

    + Ability to work well both individually and in a group.

    + High school diploma or GED.

    + Experience with multi-meter and power supply is a plus.

    + Prior harness/cable fabrication experience is desirable.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a team that values each member and offers great benefits as an employee-owned company (ESOP). Enjoy 401k matching and profit sharing, which has averaged around 10% annually. Benefit from excellent health benefits and a supportive work culture where team members look out for each other and foster a judgment-free environment.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a warehouse environment with a smaller team performing similar tasks. The role involves handling parts that may be greasy or dirty. You will be working alongside team members and directly with department managers. The position is for the first shift, Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm, with no weekend work required.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.00/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 Des Moines,IA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 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.