Assembly Technician
Salt Lake City, UT, US
Light Industrial
High School or equivalent
Full Time, Direct Hire
Up to $20.75/hr
Entry Level
On-site
Electronics/Components and Semiconductor Mfg
First Shift (Day)
Salt Lake City, UT, US
Up to $20.75/hr
Entry Level
Full Time, Direct Hire
Electronics/Components and Semiconductor Mfg
On-site
Light Industrial
High School or equivalent
First Shift (Day)
Job details
Electronics Assembly & Test Technician
A growing electronics manufacturer is hiring entry-level technicians to assemble, test, and inspect precision electronic products. This direct-hire opportunity is suited to people who enjoy hands-on work, technology, and learning new technical skills.
Position details
- Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
- Workplace: Onsite in a clean, climate-controlled production facility
- Schedule: Monday–Friday
- Day shift: 6:30 a.m.–2:45 p.m.
- Evening shift: 2:30 p.m.–10:45 p.m.
- Day shift: 6:30 a.m.–2:45 p.m.
- Pay: Up to $20.75 per hour (based on experience)
- Additional compensation: Quarterly performance-bonus opportunities
- Training: Approximately 4–6 weeks of hands-on training at an out-of-state facility, with weekend travel home
What you’ll do
- Assemble and inspect electronic products and circuit-board components.
- Test assemblies and completed systems, following established procedures and quality standards.
- Use precision hand tools, including tweezers, screwdrivers, and torque tools.
- Perform basic soldering and work with small components.
- Record production and test information in computer systems.
- Prepare routine reports and share results with the production team.
- Flag product or process issues for review by a supervisor or technical team.
- Keep your workstation clean, organized, and safe.
- Contribute ideas to improve quality and production workflows.
What we’re looking for
- High school diploma or GED.
- Interest in electronics, computers, radios, gaming systems, or hands-on technical projects.
- Comfort using computers and learning new software.
- Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow written instructions and document work accurately.
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining quality.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and move around production and lab areas.
- Availability to complete the initial out-of-state training.
Helpful experience—not required
- Electronics assembly, testing, manufacturing, or quality inspection.
- Working with circuit boards or small electronic components.
- Basic soldering or desoldering.
- Linux-based systems or software such as Oracle, Excel, or Google Workspace.
- Building, repairing, or upgrading computers or electronic devices.
Applicants may be asked to complete a brief soldering exercise during the interview. Basic familiarity is sufficient; the goal is to understand your approach and fundamentals.
Growth and benefits
- Opportunities to develop within production and quality teams.
- Potential advancement review after about six months in the entry-level role.
- Multiple technical and leadership career paths.
- Cross-training and possible movement between teams.
- Quarterly performance-bonus opportunities.
- Lunch provided three days per week.
- A clean, climate-controlled workplace.
- Part-time students are welcome.
Additional requirements
Because some work is performed under U.S. federal contracts, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person—a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. Employment is also contingent on successfully completing a background check and drug screening.
Build practical electronics skills, receive hands-on training, and grow your career with a developing production team.
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