Job Title: Entry Level Electronics Technician
Job Description
This entry-level role is a hands-on position in a laboratory and manufacturing environment, focused on assembling, testing, and performing basic troubleshooting of electromechanical gas and temperature monitoring equipment used in landfill monitoring operations. The position is ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn, and it offers product-specific and on-the-job training under the guidance of experienced technicians. As your technical skills grow, you will progressively take on more complex tasks and greater responsibility while contributing to the timely repair and production of customer equipment.
Responsibilities
Assemble instruments and components using established work instructions and common hand tools, following safety and quality procedures and handling small components with care.
Learn and apply basic soldering techniques and digital voltmeter skills, perform checks and troubleshooting appropriate to your training level, and seek assistance from experienced technicians when encountering unfamiliar problems.
Perform tests using Windows-based applications, accurately enter results into Excel and required work records, and promptly report defects, unexpected readings, or incomplete work.
Help monitor parts, supplies, and finished equipment inventory to support production, repair activities, sales, and shipping needs.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and communicate missing parts, quality concerns, or other issues that could delay completion of assigned work.
Participate in team meetings, technical training sessions, and process improvement initiatives, applying constructive feedback and building consistent, reliable work habits.
Remain aware of production requirements and support other departments with related tasks as priorities change.
Contribute to the goal of returning customer equipment within targeted turnaround times by completing assigned work accurately and promptly, communicating delays, and requesting help when needed.
Essential Skills
Basic familiarity with electronics and electronic components combined with mechanical aptitude, gained through school, hobbies, or hands-on experience.
Comfort using common hand tools and a willingness to learn soldering techniques and digital voltmeter operation; prior proficiency in soldering or electrical testing is not required.
Ability to handle, assemble, and inspect small components accurately, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, record information accurately, ask questions when clarification is needed, and apply coaching from experienced technicians.
Strong willingness to learn, develop technical skills, and assume additional responsibility over time, with no minimum years of professional electronics experience required.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Attention to detail and pride in workmanship, with a focus on quality, craftsmanship, safety awareness, and workplace discipline.
Dependability, punctuality, adaptability, and a sense of urgency about meeting customer commitments without sacrificing quality.
Willingness to work additional hours as needed to complete priority work, with applicable overtime pay.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience using Windows PCs and Microsoft Excel for testing and data entry.
Exposure to electronics through coursework, trade-school training, or previous assembly or repair experience, which is helpful but not required.
Basic understanding of electronics concepts such as troubleshooting, schematics, soldering, and PCB work, even at a beginner level.
Familiarity with electronics testing tools and equipment such as oscilloscopes and digital voltmeters, or an interest in learning to use them.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team, including asking questions, accepting and applying constructive feedback, and assisting others when needed.
Demonstrated accountability and initiative in maintaining consistent work habits and supporting production goals.
Work Environment
This position is 100% onsite in a laboratory and manufacturing setting that focuses on electromechanical gas and temperature monitoring equipment for landfill operations. You will work with small electronic components, common hand tools, soldering equipment, digital voltmeters, and Windows-based testing applications, including Excel for recording results. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and organization, with an expectation that work areas are kept orderly to support efficient production and repair activities. The schedule may include standard full-time hours with the flexibility to work additional hours, potentially up to about 10 hours per week of overtime, when needed to complete priority work, with applicable overtime pay. The culture values quality and craftsmanship, learning and teamwork, accountability and initiative, and flexibility to adapt to changing production requirements. Benefits include paid time off and paid holidays, supporting a balanced and sustainable work experience.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Akron, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Akron, OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Akron,OH.
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