Soldering Technician – Afternoon Shift – Guelph, ON Canada

Connect Tech Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Profit sharing

3 weeks vacation

Dream Fund

Friendly community atmosphere

Collaborative workplace

Low turnover

Passionate team

Job summary

Connect Tech Inc. is seeking a Soldering Technician for the Guelph, ON area to join a high‑tech manufacturing team. You will perform intricate soldering for PCB assemblies, wire harnesses, and cable assemblies in a fast‑paced environment.

The role requires hands-on soldering with SMT and through‑hole components, strict adherence to IPC‑A‑610 and related standards, and strong attention to detail. Overtime may be necessary to meet production needs in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in electronic assembly, including fine-tip soldering, rework of PCBs.
• PCB assembly using SMT and through-hole components per BOMs/schematics.
• Strong English comprehension for reading and following technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly or modification soldering of electronic components, including rework and repairs.
• Follow detailed instructions for assembly of cables and wire harnesses.
• Crimp terminals and insert into connectors; comply with IPC-610/IPC-7711/7721 and J-STD-001 standards.

Skills

Hands-on assembly

SMT assembly

Through-hole assembly

Manual dexterity

IPC standards

English comprehension

Team collaboration

Overtime willingness

Education

IPC-A-610 training

IPC-7711/7721 training

J-STD-001 training

Tools

Microscope

Soldering irons

Precision assembly equipment

Job description

Soldering Technician – Afternoon Shift – Guelph, ON Canada

As a Soldering Technician, you will work closely with our manufacturing and support teams to perform intricate assembly or modification soldering to printed circuit boards. Perform assembly of electronic cables and wire harnesses as needed. Excellent troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail, and strong commitment to quality are essential. The ideal candidate is adaptable to changing demands and thrives in a supportive team orientated environment.

Who We Are

For over 40 years, Connect Tech has built a solid reputation providing high-performance computing solutions for some of the world’s most influential companies. As an NVIDIA Elite Partner, Connect Tech’s products are used in state-of-the-art technology on land, sea, sky, and space. With leading-edge design and manufacturing services backed by stellar technical support, our commitment to excellence in design and customer satisfaction is the driving force behind our success.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries $23- $29 per hour. Plus shift premium.
• An attractive profit-sharing program
• Opportunity to work within a high-tech, leading-edge technology field with products that appear in some really cool applications! (Robots, Drones, Artificial Intelligence, Vision Systems)
• 3 weeks’ vacation per year with no waiting period
• A “Dream Fund” (gym memberships, personal interest classes, etc.)
• A dynamic, energetic and growing company with a friendly community atmosphere
• A collaborative and supportive workplace that values the contributions and ideas of our staff, and are proud of our extremely low turnover rate throughout our 40-year history
• Employees who have great passion for their work and who are always looking for ways to propel Connect Tech to the next level

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform assembly or modification soldering of electronic components, including rework and repairs
• Follow detailed written instructions, drawings & specifications for hands‑on fabrication and production assembly of electronic cables and wire harnesses.
• Hand and machine crimp terminals and insert terminals into connectors
• Follow written work instructions and Engineering Change notices to complete required tasks
• Achieve and adhere to a high level of quality of work produced
• Electronics assembly
• Follow established procedures, safety guidelines, and ESD handling practices
• Perform minor assembly or modification tasks on electronic components, when requested

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Hands‑on experience in electronic assembly, including fine‑tip hand soldering, touch‑up, and rework of printed circuit boards using both surface‑mount (SMT) and through‑hole components (required).
• Practical training and experience with ESD procedures and operation of essential tools such as microscopes, soldering irons, and precision assembly equipment.
• Strong PCB assembly skills, with the ability to work accurately from BOMs, schematics, and drawings while meeting IPC‑A-600/610 workmanship standards.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and excellent hand‑eye coordination for handling small, delicate components.
• Strong English comprehension for reading, interpreting, and following technical instructions.
• Ability to follow direction, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively with team members.
• Adaptable and responsive to changing production priorities, supporting a positive team environment.
• Able to maintain focus, work independently, and complete assigned tasks with accuracy and consistency.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime when required to meet production schedules.
• Experience with selective soldering machine operation is an asset.
• Formal training or certification in IPC‑A-610, IPC‑7711/7721, and J‑STD‑001 is strongly preferred.

Connect Tech is committed to providing barrier‑free and accessible employment practice in compliance with the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.). In compliance with the A.O.D.A., Connect Tech will make necessary accommodations for applicants with disabilities to support participation in the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources if you require assistance.