Electronics Test & Assembly Technician-Entry level

Kelly; Utah; On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided three times per week

Career growth opportunities in a new S

Job summary

Kelly is hiring entry-level Electronics Test and Assembly Technicians for a direct-hire role in Salt Lake City, Utah. You will help build, test, and inspect advanced radio communication technology designed for reliability in challenging conditions, with onsite training in Los Angeles.

Expect a Monday–Friday schedule, starting early morning, and a collaborative tech-focused environment. You’ll perform testing, assembly, and quality control while using tools and software such as Oracle, Excel, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willing to learn and perform electronics assembly and testing.
• Ability to work onsite and travel briefly for training in Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

• Test sensitive electronic assemblies and PCBs.
• Complete final assembly and inspection of radio communication products.
• Perform system and production quality-control testing.
• Enter data into Oracle, Excel, and Google Workspace.
• Generate daily reports and communicate results to production team.
• Identify product or process issues and escalate when needed.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Precision hand tools

Soldering (assessment)

Torque wrenches

Job description

Launch Your Electronics Career in a High-Tech Environment

Kelly® is hiring entry-level Electronics Test and Assembly Technicians for an exciting direct-hire opportunity at a brand-new manufacturing facility in Salt Lake City, Utah.

This is more than an assembly job. You’ll help build, test, and inspect advanced radio communication technology designed to remain operational when traditional infrastructure is unavailable. These products primarily support military applications, along with other industries that rely on secure, dependable communication.

A Workplace Built for People Who Love Technology

The environment has been described as a collaborative “tech community” where employees enjoy computers, electronics, and building things. If you build computers, repair electronics, enjoy technical hobbies, or are simply curious about how technology works, you’ll have an opportunity to bring that interest to work every day.

++DIRECT HIRE++

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 4:00 AM–12:30 PM

Work Environment:

Fully onsite in a clean, organized, air-conditioned facility

Compensation

• $18.75 per hour with a high school diploma or GED
• $20.75 per hour with a bachelor’s degree
• Quarterly performance bonus opportunities

6-8 Weeks of Hands-On Training in Los Angeles

• Fly to Los Angeles on Sunday evening
• Begin onboarding at 8:30 AM on Monday
• Complete orientation, HR meetings, training videos, and a facility tour
• Fly home for the weekend

This training provides the opportunity to learn directly from an established team before transitioning into the new Salt Lake City operation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Testing sensitive electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards
• Completing final assembly and inspection of advanced radio communication products
• Performing system testing and production quality-control testing
• Using tweezers, screwdrivers, bolt drivers, torque wrenches, and other precision hand tools
• Following detailed work instructions, testing procedures, and quality requirements
• Entering assembly, testing, and production information into computer systems
• Using programs such as Oracle, Excel, and Google Workspace
• Preparing daily reports and communicating results to the production team
• Identifying product or process concerns and escalating them to leadership or engineering
• Performing basic soldering and working with small electronic components
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workstation
• Supporting continuous-improvement efforts involving product quality, efficiency, and workflow

This Position May Be a Great Fit If You

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Enjoy technology, electronics, computers, gaming systems, radios, or building and repairing equipment
• Are confident using computers and comfortable learning new software
• Have strong manual dexterity and enjoy working with small components
• Can use basic hand tools, including tweezers and torque-controlled tools
• Have excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Can accurately follow written work instructions and testing procedures
• Are comfortable completing detailed computer-based documentation
• Communicate effectively and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team
• Can manage multiple tasks without sacrificing quality
• Can lift up to 25 pounds and move throughout laboratory and production areas
• Are comfortable working Monday–Friday from 4:00 AM–12:30 PM
• Are able to complete approximately two weeks of training in Los Angeles

Preferred—but Not Required—Experience

• Electronics assembly, testing, manufacturing, or quality control
• Printed circuit boards or sensitive electronic components
• Soldering or desoldering
• Linux-based systems
• Oracle, Excel, or Google Workspace
• Building, repairing, or upgrading computers or electronic devices

Candidates may complete a brief soldering assessment during the interview process. Perfection is not expected—you simply need to demonstrate basic fundamentals and explain your process.

Career Growth and Employee Perks

• Defined advancement opportunities within Production and Quality
• Eligibility for review and advancement after approximately six months at Level 1
• Multiple entry-level, senior-level, and leadership paths
• Internal promotion opportunities as the Salt Lake City operation grows
• Cross‑training and potential movement between Production and Quality
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Lunch provided three times per week
• Clean, climate‑controlled facility
• Low‑turnover environment
• Part‑time students are welcome

Join a brand-new operation from the beginning, receive hands‑on technical training, and build a long‑term career supporting advanced communication technology.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Additional Requirements

• Due to work performed under U.S. federal contracts, candidates must qualify as a U.S. Person, meaning a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a background check and drug screening.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.