Electrical Assembly Technician

Location: Columbus, OH 43228 Pay: $20-22/hour Hours: 7:00am-3:30pm (Monday-Friday) Job Description Building and assembling industrial control panels and electrical systems vital for manufacturing and industrial operations. What You’ll Love Competitive pay and overtime opportunitiesClear path for career growth: From basic assembly to advanced panel building and controlsOn-the-job training and mentorshipTeam-oriented, clean work environmentExposure to industrial automation and electrical systemsOpportunity to develop highly transferable technical skillsWorking for a company focused on craftsmanship, quality, and learning Key Responsibilities Assembly Production: Cut, strip, label, and organize wire per specificationsPrepares materials, install components (DIN rails, relays, transformers, etc.)Mount devices based on engineering drawingsMaintain clean, safe workspaceAssist with staging and organization Panel Building and Wiring: Read and follow schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawingsRoute, terminate, and inspect wiring within panelsAssemble control panels, junction boxes, electrical equipmentSupport inspection and testing Advanced (as experience develops): Build panels independently from drawingsTroubleshoot wiring/assembly issuesPerform system testing, assist with commissioning/startupMentor junior team members Desired Backgrounds Manufacturing, mechanical, or electrical assemblersTrade school graduatesIndustrial maintenance techs or electriciansMilitary technical professionalsThose with strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn Requirements Required: Strong work ethic, eagerness to learnMechanical aptitude, comfort using toolsAbility to follow instructions, read drawings, and maintain qualityAttention to safety and teamwork Preferred: Relevant experience in assembly, manufacturing, maintenance, or electrical workSkills in reading blueprints and schematicsTechnical/vocational training in electrical or industrial techFamiliarity with control panels, PLCs, VFDs, MCCs, or industrial automationProficiency using hand and power tools As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Put your skills to work. There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. 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