Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Control Panel Wiring Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Hayward, CA. This role is ideal for an industrial electrical professional who enjoys hands-on wiring, testing, troubleshooting, and building high-quality control panels for automation and manufacturing environments.

This position offers steady full-time work, competitive pay, strong benefits, and the opportunity to grow with a stable organization that values craftsmanship, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Candidates can expect a supportive work environment with collaborative leadership, clear expectations, and opportunities to expand technical knowledge through training and tuition reimbursement.

Key Responsibilities

- Wire, test, and troubleshoot UL 508A industrial control panels and automation systems using electrical schematics.
- Route, label, and terminate wiring for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motor starters, and power distribution equipment.
- Perform continuity checks, pre-power inspections, and support Factory Acceptance Testing.
- Diagnose wiring errors, identify electrical faults, and maintain accurate redline documentation for Engineering.
- Follow OSHA requirements, electrical safety procedures, and Lockout/Tagout protocols.
- Use hand tools, test equipment, and shop documentation to complete high-quality panel wiring work.

Compensation and Benefits

- Direct hire opportunity.
- Full-time, non-exempt position.
- Location: Hayward, CA.
- Hourly rate: $28 to $35 per hour, depending on experience.
- Salary range provided: $55,000 to $58,000 per year.
- Listed salary: $58,240 per year.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM or 8 AM to 5 PM.
- Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
- Health coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement for continuing education, certifications, and career growth.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Wire, route, label, terminate, and test industrial control panels.
- Troubleshoot electrical faults and wiring issues using schematics and test equipment.
- Support inspections, documentation updates, and Factory Acceptance Testing.
- Maintain safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

- 2+ years of industrial electrical or control panel wiring experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical degree or electrical trade certification is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
- Confident use of hand tools and electrical test equipment.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to work effectively in a production, manufacturing, or panel shop environment.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience wiring UL 508A industrial control panels.
- Knowledge of NEC standards.
- Experience with VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, motor starters, or power distribution equipment.
- Journeyman Electrician certification.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.