• Cable Technician

    Aerotek (National City, CA)


    Job Title: Cable Technician** **Job Description

     

    The role involves performing a variety of complex electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance, or repair of electronics and/or electrical equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy onboard U.S. vessels/government installations.

    Responsibilities

    + Report directly to the Production Manager and project leads.

    + Perform component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose problems and provide cost-effective repair recommendations.

    + Verify mechanical alignments and ensure control of Level-1 material controls in accordance with company instructions.

    + Install, repair, overhaul, or modify electronic or electro-mechanical systems and components both in place and in shop.

    + Assist with on-site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs, and system configuration validation.

    + Prepare and install equipment or system alterations according to directives.

    + Notify project leads of any unsatisfactory conditions identified during production operations.

    + Maintain good housekeeping practices and adhere to all safety regulations.

    + Perform electrical testing using multimeters, miggers, amp meters, and load banks.

    + Assemble multi-pin connectors and fiber optic connections.

    + Install and seat brushes for AC and DC motors/generators and complete inspection and resurfacing of commutators and slip rings.

    + Perform work outside of trade if necessary.

    Essential Skills

    + Electrical trade skills with a minimum of three years' experience as an electrician and/or cable puller in the ship repair industry.

    + Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and testing electrical powered equipment, electrical connections, fiber optics, cableways, transformers, motor controllers, and lighting.

    + Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items.

    + Qualified in at least two of the following processes: copper multi-pin connector assembly or repair.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Active DBIDS required.

    + Experience in completing connection/disconnection tasks.

    + Familiarity with working from blueprints, drawings, and layouts.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a dynamic and experienced team working on a critical project aboard the USS MAKIN ISLAND (LHD-8). Benefit from a supportive work environment that values safety and adherence to industry standards. Opportunities for professional growth and skill development are abundant.

    Work Environment

    Work will be performed aboard the USS MAKIN ISLAND (LHD-8) at Naval Base San Diego (NBSD). The role requires adherence to safety protocols and involves using a variety of electrician's tools and testing instruments.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of National City, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $38.00/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 National City,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 15, 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.