Electrical Test Technician

Job Title: Electrical Test Technician Job Description

The Electrical Test Technician assembles, tests, and troubleshoots electrical and electro-mechanical components and systems, using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical and electro-mechanical components and systems according to specifications and documentation.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams to guide assembly and testing activities.

• Perform point-to-point wiring, cable routing, and component installation with attention to detail and quality.

• Test electrical assemblies using multimeters and other electrical testing equipment to verify performance and safety.

• Troubleshoot electrical assemblies by diagnosing issues, identifying faults, and recommending or performing corrective actions.

• Disassemble and reassemble electrical components and systems as needed for repair, modification, or testing.

• Use basic hand tools and power tools safely and effectively during assembly, wiring, and testing tasks.

• Follow established procedures and training for high-voltage testing after appropriate instruction.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle tools and equipment with care.

• Collaborate with team members to resolve technical issues and support continuous improvement of testing and assembly processes.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of electrical training and/or electrical assembly, maintenance, or troubleshooting experience, or equivalent basic electrical knowledge with willingness to be trained.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical issues and identify faults in electrical assemblies or equipment.

• Hands-on experience using multimeters and electrical testing equipment for diagnostics and verification.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, and wiring information.

• Proficiency with basic hand tools and power tools used in electrical assembly and testing.

• Experience performing circuit assembly, including point-to-point wiring and cable routing.

• Ability to follow technical instructions and standard operating procedures accurately.

• Capability to learn and follow specific procedures for high-voltage testing after training.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical training, coursework, or hands-on experience in electrical assembly, maintenance, or troubleshooting.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with electro-mechanical systems.

• Attention to detail and accuracy when wiring, assembling, and testing electrical components.

• Willingness to learn new testing methods and technologies, including specialized high-voltage testing.

• Ability to work effectively in a small, collaborative team environment.

• Good communication skills to discuss issues, document findings, and support team problem-solving.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy flexible hours and a four-and-a-half-day workweek that supports work-life balance. Join a small, close-knit team where your contributions are visible and valued, and where you can grow your technical skills through hands-on training and exposure to specialized high-voltage testing. Build a long-term technical career in an environment that encourages learning, collaboration, and continuous development.

Work Environment

You will work on-site in a small company setting with roughly 25 people, offering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. The role follows a single-shift schedule: Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The position may require standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds as part of daily tasks. You will use multimeters, basic hand tools, power tools, and other electrical testing equipment in a shop or lab-style environment, and you will report directly into the operations leadership structure.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Copake, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Copake, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Copake,NY.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.