Electrician Helper

Electrician Helper - Entry-Level Career Opportunity at Camp Pendleton Job Description This role supports marine and shipboard electrical projects by assisting with layout, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment in a shipyard environment. The Electrician Helper works closely with experienced electricians to prepare materials, run and terminate wiring, and help ensure that all work meets applicable marine electrical industry standards and safety requirements. Responsibilities Use a tape measure accurately to lay out electrical materials and components according to drawings and specifications. Lay out, fit up, and organize materials for electrical installations and repairs to support efficient workflow. Assist with rigging activities to safely move and position electrical equipment and materials. Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively for cutting, fastening, and assembling electrical components. Apply lock-out/tag-out procedures to ensure electrical systems and equipment are safely de-energized before work begins. Follow material procedures for handling, storing, and using electrical materials and components in a shipyard setting. Bend conduit and pipe using a mandrel pipe bender to route electrical wiring in accordance with plans and standards. Operate, adjust, and help maintain electrical test equipment under supervision to support system testing and troubleshooting. Assist in adjusting and maintaining shipboard electrical equipment to ensure proper operation and reliability. Follow and apply marine electrical industry standards and U.S. Navy standard items as directed when performing tasks. Identify potential electrical hazards in the work area and report or address them in accordance with safety procedures. Support the energizing and de-energizing of electrical equipment by following established procedures and directions from supervisors. Assist in diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical equipment by gathering data, performing basic tests, and reporting findings. Support soldering of electrical equipment and connections as directed to ensure secure and reliable joints. Run electrical wiring and properly dead-end or terminate wiring in accordance with drawings and safety requirements. Draft or assist in drafting service reports that document work performed, test results, and equipment status. Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints to understand wiring routes, connections, and component locations. Work on shipboard systems such as communication, interior communications, and marine electrical systems as directed. Pull electrical cables through conduits, trays, and ship structures while protecting insulation and following routing plans. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, and comply with all shipyard and safety regulations. Essential Skills Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and schematics. Ability to pull electrical cables safely and efficiently in a shipboard environment. Willingness and physical ability to work on knees for 6-8 hours per day as required by the tasks. Proficiency in using a tape measure accurately for layout work. Capability to lay out, fit up, and organize electrical materials according to plans. Basic skill in operating hand and power tools used in electrical installation and maintenance. Understanding and application of lock-out/tag-out procedures for electrical safety. Ability to identify electrical hazards and follow safety practices in a shipyard environment. Basic familiarity with reading and following electrical schematics. Ability to run and properly terminate electrical wiring under supervision. Capacity to assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical equipment by following instructions. Comfort working in a marine or shipyard environment around shipboard electrical systems. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with U.S. Navy standard items related to shipboard electrical work. Experience or exposure to marine electrical industry standards. Ability to bend conduit and pipe using a mandrel pipe bender. Experience assisting with rigging operations for electrical equipment and materials. Basic experience operating, adjusting, and maintaining electrical test equipment under supervision. Exposure to adjusting and maintaining shipboard electrical equipment. Basic soldering skills for electrical connections. Experience drafting or contributing to service reports documenting electrical work. Familiarity with low, medium, and high voltage shipboard systems such as communications, interior communications, and marine electrical wiring. Why Work Here? You will join a team-focused shipyard environment where you can build hands-on experience with real-world marine electrical systems. The role offers consistent, structured hours and the opportunity to learn from experienced electricians while working on complex shipboard projects. You gain exposure to industry standards, specialized tools, and shipboard systems that can support long-term career growth in the marine electrical field. Work Environment This position is based in a shipyard environment working on shipboard electrical systems. The work involves being on your knees for extended periods, working in confined or tight shipboard spaces, and navigating ladders, decks, and industrial areas. You will regularly use hand and power tools, electrical test equipment, and pipe bending tools, and you will work around low, medium, and high voltage systems. The environment includes typical shipyard conditions such as noise, varying temperatures, and industrial equipment, and requires adherence to all safety procedures, including appropriate personal protective equipment and attire suitable for industrial and shipboard work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oceanside, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Oceanside,CA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.

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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.