Soldering Technician

Job Title: Soldering Technician

Job Description

The Soldering Technician performs precise hand soldering, assembly, and rework of electronic components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in a manufacturing environment. This role ensures all assemblies meet quality, safety, and production standards by following detailed work instructions, drawings, and industry guidelines while collaborating closely with production, quality, and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform hand soldering and rework on electronic components and assemblies, including through-hole and surface mount (SMT) technologies.
• Assemble, solder, and inspect PCBs in accordance with work instructions, assembly drawings, electrical schematics, and specifications.
• Prepare and install electronic components onto PCBs using appropriate assembly techniques and tools.
• Inspect solder joints and assembled boards using visual inspection and magnification to verify compliance with quality and workmanship standards.
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming materials, defects, or workmanship issues in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform rework, touch-up, and repair of solder defects and assembly issues as required to meet quality and reliability standards.
• Use microscopes, hand tools, and other production equipment safely and correctly while following ESD control procedures at all times.
• Clean and maintain soldering machinery, tools, and workstations to ensure consistent performance and product quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic equipment issues related to soldering and assembly processes.
• Follow established quality procedures, safety policies, and manufacturing standards throughout all tasks.
• Support continuous improvement activities and corrective action initiatives to enhance processes and product quality.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to meet production schedules and delivery commitments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation that supports efficient workflow.
• Perform additional duties and related tasks as assigned to support overall production operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in electronic assembly or soldering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hand-soldering skills with both through-hole and surface mount (SMT) components preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, assembly drawings, blueprints, and detailed work instructions.
• Proficiency in assembling and inspecting PCBs to meet defined specifications and quality standards.
• Experience using microscopes, magnification tools, and hand tools for inspection and assembly work.
• Working knowledge of IPC standards, with IPC-A-610 experience preferred.
• Familiarity with ESD procedures and proper handling of electronic components and assemblies.
• Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently.
• Basic computer skills and the ability or willingness to learn ERP or production tracking systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented production environment.
• Willingness and availability to work periodic overtime as needed.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and wiring in a production setting.
• Electronic assembly and PCB assembly using both through-hole and surface mount technologies.
• Ability to perform detailed inspection to confirm correct part placement and overall board quality.
• Experience maintaining and cleaning soldering equipment and workstation tools.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving minor equipment and process issues.
• Comfort working with production documentation, quality records, and nonconformance reporting.
• Interest in supporting continuous improvement and adopting best practices in manufacturing.

Why Work Here?

You join a manufacturing team that values craftsmanship, quality, and continuous learning in electronic assembly. The environment emphasizes collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams, providing opportunities to expand your technical skills and grow your experience with industry standards and modern production tools. Work-life balance is supported with a consistent daytime schedule and the potential for additional hours when available, allowing you to plan your time while contributing meaningfully to the success of the operation.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing environment on a first shift schedule, typically from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You work at a dedicated workstation equipped with soldering tools, microscopes, magnification devices, and other hand tools used for electronic assembly and inspection. The environment follows ESD control procedures and established safety and quality standards, requiring careful handling of electronic components and adherence to documented processes. The workspace is kept clean, organized, and safe, supporting focused, detail-oriented work in a fast-paced, team-based production setting, with periodic overtime as needed to meet production demand

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.