• Electrical Assembly Apprentice

    Aerotek (Memphis, TN)


    Job Title: Electrical Assembly Apprentice

    Job Description

    Join our Electrical Assembly Apprentice Training Academy where you will assist in the mechanical and electrical builds of customer products. This position offers in-depth training on reading and understanding point-to-point wiring schematics and diagrams (480v, 120v, 24v). You will gain hands-on experience with crimping, pulling, terminating, and installing UL panels and sub-assemblies.

    Responsibilities

    + Assemble, wire, and test industrial control panels and switchgear systems with a focus on 3-phase power distribution.

    + Pull, crimp, install, and test wiring using point-to-point methods.

    + Utilize tools such as multimeters, wire strippers, crimpers, and torque wrenches.

    + Perform part replacements on tools as needed and according to schedule.

    + Resolve routine questions and problems, referring complex issues to higher levels.

    + Maintain documentation and update panel layouts as needed.

    + Follow manufacturing protocols and lean production principles.

    + Adhere to detailed written or verbal instructions, including visual aids, diagrams, and schematics.

    + Ensure that the assigned area is clean and organized per 5S standards.

    + Comply with all procedures within the company security policy.

    + Coordinate with teammates for tasks requiring multiple team members.

    + Communicate with inventory personnel about spare parts inventory and locations.

    Essential Skills

    + Basic electrical wiring or assembly knowledge.

    + Strong initiative to learn a trade through an in-depth training academy.

    + Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

    + Mathematical proficiency in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

    + Ability to interpret blueprints, graphs, and schematics.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with hand and power tools.

    + Familiarity with electrical testing and electronic assembly.

    + Ability to solder and handle control panel wiring.

    + Experience with industrial and mechanical production.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We offer incredible career growth opportunities, as evidenced by our VP of Operations and CEO, who both started in entry-level positions. Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, PTO, and sick pay. We offer a ride-share program, biweekly pay when permanent, and are known for truly taking care of our people. Enjoy free access to our employee gym, rec center, and other recreational facilities.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is extremely clean and temperature-controlled, consisting of cell stations with large working areas. Teams of 5-7 technicians will collaborate to assemble units per specification. All necessary tools and materials are provided on-site. The training period is conducted in a classroom setting, with a focus on safety, electrical wiring, and standard protocols. The standard hours are from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday, for the two-week training period, with potential shift variations post-training. Employees must be open to working Saturdays and overtime is available, with a maximum of 58 work hours per week.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, Tennessee.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Memphis,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 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.