How to hire an electrical tester

How to hire an electrical tester, step by step

Here's a step-by-step electrical tester hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an electrical tester job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new electrical tester
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an electrical tester, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An electrical tester's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, electrical testers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents electrical tester salaries for various positions.

   Type of Electrical Tester	Description	Hourly rate
   Electrical Tester	Quality control inspectors examine products and materials for defects or deviations from specifications.	$13-25
   Receiving Inspector	Receiving associates are responsible for receiving, unloading, and stocking merchandise in stockrooms. They check the quality and quantity of each product before stocking them... Show more	$14-24
   Quality Assurance Inspector	Quality Assurance Auditors are employees who ensure the adherence of other employees to company processes and guidelines. They are expected to be experts on quality assurance processes and procedures... Show more	$12-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Test Equipment
   • Switches
   • Electrical Equipment
   • Electrical Components
   • Test Procedures
   • Test Results
   • Circuit Boards
   • RAN
   • Electrical Systems
   • Troubleshoot
   • Electrical Circuits
   • PLC
   • Assembly Line
   • Insulation Resistance

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Remove and replace RF cards, baseband cards, and recalibrate to achieve calibration standards.
   • Programme and install Allen Bradley and Schneider screens, drives, and PLC's.
   • Test, troubleshoot, repair elevator controllers in a manufacturing environment.
   • Test and evaluate switches for automotive applications using electrical, environmental and mechanical techniques.
   • Designed/Analyze electronic circuits, design schematic/PCB and software for Motorola 68HC05 , 68HC08 microcontrollers.
   • Contract trough Adecco a staffing agency.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your electrical tester job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An electrical tester salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, electrical testers' average salary in alabama is 48% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level electrical testers earn 45% less than senior-level electrical testers.
   • Certifications. An electrical tester with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an electrical tester's salary.

   Average electrical tester salary

   $39,548yearly

   $19.01 hourly rate

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   Entry-level electrical tester salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 25, 2025

4. Writing an electrical tester job description

   An electrical tester job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an electrical tester job description:

   Electrical tester job description example

   We are seeking 2 Electrical Testers for Temp to Perm positions. This position is Mon- Fri, 6am -3:45pm and will require evenings and Saturday OT. Please see the job description below.
   Requirements:
   
   High School Diploma or equivalent
   Basic troubleshooting skills.
   Electrical experience, NEC knowledge and code skills preferred for some product areas.
   May need additional experience in Protocol and Conventional
   Read and interpret drawings blueprints/legends.
   Depending upon the position, previous experience in leak testing, electrical, mechanical or a combination of is required.
   Prior experience with testing equipment.
   Working understanding of lean concepts.
   Must have knowledge of required processes and procedures within department
   Must have at least one year of experience
   Must be able to work with all levels of employees.
   Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
   Must have basic understanding of refrigeration flow system.
   Must be flexible and available to work overtime as required by production needs.
   
   Responsibilities:
   
   Equipment testing as required by various product lines.
   Correct problems found during testing and/or notify lead or supervisor.
   Some product lines will require interpretation and understanding of direction of flow on protocol and/or electrical wiring applications on protocol.
   Some product lines require final check of product with completion of documentation for files.
   Will have final review of equipment and will complete inspection information
   Must be able to use testing gauges and/or electrical test equipment such as OHM meters.
   Observe and follow safety rules and regulations
   Support lean initiatives through 5S, 4I, ACP's, RAT's, etc.
   Perform other duties as assigned
   
   Physical Capabilities Based on Daily Work Schedule of 5 day work week, 8 hour shift:
   
   Sitting
   
   0 - 2 hours
   
   Crawling
   
   Occasionally
   
   Standing
   
   7 - 10 hours
   
   Squatting
   
   Occasionally
   
   Bending
   
   Frequently
   
   Twisting
   
   Frequently
   
   Walking
   
   8 - 10
   
   Lifting/Carry
   
   20 - 25 lbs.
   
   Climbing
   
   Occasionally
   
   Reaching over head
   
   Frequently
   
   Range of Motion
   
   Full range of motion
   
   Push/Pull
   
   15 - 25 lbs.
   
   Pay rate - $19/hr and will go to $20/hr upon going perm
   
   Requirements
   
   High School Diploma or equivalent
   Basic troubleshooting skills.
   Electrical experience, NEC knowledge and code skills preferred for some product areas.
   May need additional experience in Protocol and Conventional
   Read and interpret drawings blueprints/legends.
   Depending upon the position, previous experience in leak testing, electrical, mechanical or a combination of is required.
   Prior experience with testing equipment.
   Working understanding of lean concepts.
   Must have knowledge of required processes and procedures within department
   Must have at least one year of experience
   Must be able to work with all levels of employees.
   Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
   Must have basic understanding of refrigeration flow system.
   Must be flexible and available to work overtime as required by production needs.

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5. Post your job

   To find electrical testers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any electrical testers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level electrical testers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your electrical tester job on Zippia to find and recruit electrical tester candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit electrical testers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new electrical tester

   Once you've selected the best electrical tester candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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