Assembly Technician

Kelly Services; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance bonus

Lunch provided three days per week

Clean, climate-controlled workplace

Part-time students welcome

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring for an Electronics Assembly & Test Technician in Salt Lake City, UT. This entry-level role focuses on assembling, testing, and inspecting precision electronic products in a climate-controlled, onsite facility.

Expect hands-on training, with day or evening shifts and quarterly bonus opportunities to reward performance. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, interest in electronics, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Interest in electronics and hands-on technical work.
• Comfort using computers and learning new software.
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written instructions and document work accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and inspect electronic products and circuit-board components.
• Test assemblies and completed systems following procedures and quality standards.
• Use precision hand 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 team.
• Flag issues for review by supervisor or technical team.
• Keep workstation clean, organized, and safe.
• Contribute ideas to improve quality and production workflows.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Team collaboration

Comfort with computers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Job description

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.

• 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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