PCBA Technician

Jess Bushey
  • Scotts Valley, California
  • $25–$33 Per Hour
30+ days ago

Job Description

Position Overview

Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking a skilled PCBA Technician to join their client's team in California. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the assembly and maintenance of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) using a variety of technologies. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assemble printed circuit board assemblies using through-hole, SMT, and mixed-technology components.
  • Perform hand soldering, rework, and repair to IPC standards.
  • Operate and maintain assembly equipment, including pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, wave solder, AOI, and X-ray as applicable.
  • Read and interpret schematics, bill of materials (BOMs), work instructions, and assembly drawings.
  • Conduct visual inspections and functional tests to verify product quality.
  • Troubleshoot assembly issues and identify root causes of defects.
  • Document work performed, inspections, rework, and test results.
  • Follow ESD, safety, and cleanroom procedures as required.
  • Support continuous improvement activities and process optimization.
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve production issues.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
  • 1-3 years of experience in PCB or electronic assembly (experience level may vary by role).
  • Proficiency in hand soldering and desoldering techniques.
  • Ability to read and understand schematics and technical documentation.
  • Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-7711/7721 preferred).
  • Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
  • Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Hours

Monday through Friday, 1st shift.

Benefits

Competitive pay ranging from $25 to $30 per hour, depending on experience.

For those interested in this exciting opportunity to advance their career as a PCBA Technician, please apply today and become a valued member of the team!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Numbers & Facts

LocationScotts Valley, California
Salary$25–$33 Per Hour

Skills

  • Assembly Drawingsunmatched
  • Assembly Equipmentunmatched
  • Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
  • Cleanroomunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • County Ordinancesunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Electronics Assemblyunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Functional Testingunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • IPC Standardsunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Manual Dexterityunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA)unmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Product Testingunmatched
  • Radiographyunmatched
  • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Solderingunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Surface Mount Technologyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Wave Solderingunmatched

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