How to hire an electromechanical technician

How to hire an electromechanical technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step electromechanical technician hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an electromechanical technician, 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.

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   Hiring the perfect electromechanical technician also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of electromechanical technician salaries for various roles:

   Type of Electromechanical Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Electromechanical Technician	Electro-mechanical technicians combine knowledge of mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits. They operate, test, and maintain unmanned, automated, robotic, or electromechanical equipment.	$18-30
   Assembly Technician	Assembly technicians are responsible for constructing small parts and components to create a new product according to the specifications of a client or a supervisor. An assembly technician performs diagnostic tests on the assembled product to ensure efficiency and conduct adjustments as needed... Show more	$13-20
   Technician	Technicians are skilled professionals who primarily work with technology in different industries. They are knowledgeable about the technical aspects of the various items they work with... Show more	$11-27

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • Preventative Maintenance
   • PLC
   • Production Equipment
   • Test Equipment
   • Mechanical Systems
   • Cranes
   • Mechanical Troubleshooting
   • Electrical Systems
   • Electrical Troubleshooting
   • Mechanical Equipment
   • Ac
   • Dc
   • Electro-mechanical

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   Responsibilities:

   • Identify various cable types, including Ethernet standard cables for use at right terminals.
   • Test network switches, hubs, KVM switches, servers, nodes, and various other components.
   • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems using PLC and computer-base controls.
   • Diagnose, repair and maintenance electrical power generators and transfer switches
   • Develop course material and instruct mechanical engineering staff in advance SolidWorks topics.
   • Used LabVIEW prototyping of system integration; build custom interfaces of electro-mechanical systems.

   More electromechanical technician duties

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, electromechanical technicians' average salary in kansas is 31% less than in illinois.
   • Seniority. Entry-level electromechanical technicians earn 39% less than senior-level electromechanical technicians.
   • Certifications. An electromechanical technician 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 electromechanical technician's salary.

   Average electromechanical technician salary

   $50,706yearly

   $24.38 hourly rate

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   Entry-level electromechanical technician salary

   $39,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

   Average electromechanical technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$60,041	$29
   2	Indiana	$54,219	$26
   3	Washington	$52,977	$25
   4	Pennsylvania	$52,935	$25
   5	Massachusetts	$52,285	$25
   6	New York	$52,011	$25
   7	Nebraska	$51,763	$25
   8	Virginia	$51,016	$25
   9	New Mexico	$49,426	$24
   10	Georgia	$49,002	$24
   11	Ohio	$48,437	$23
   12	Florida	$48,045	$23
   13	Tennessee	$47,764	$23
   14	Minnesota	$47,685	$23
   15	Colorado	$47,239	$23
   16	Wisconsin	$46,059	$22
   17	Texas	$45,724	$22
   18	New Jersey	$45,663	$22
   19	North Dakota	$44,077	$21

   Average electromechanical technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Apple	$65,542	$31.51	20
   2	Brookhaven National Laboratory	$65,523	$31.50
   3	Los Alamos National Laboratory	$65,073	$31.29	17
   4	Sandia National Labs	$64,518	$31.02	2
   5	Grainger	$62,473	$30.04	5
   6	GATX	$61,799	$29.71	6
   7	Owens Corning	$57,755	$27.77	9
   8	Sonoco	$56,218	$27.03	33
   9	Globus Medical	$56,068	$26.96	9
   10	WestRock	$56,052	$26.95	13
   11	Lockheed Martin	$54,885	$26.39	67
   12	Northrop Grumman	$54,813	$26.35	96
   13	Beef Products	$54,743	$26.32
   14	Paragon Space Development	$54,668	$26.28	3
   15	AMETEK	$54,592	$26.25	24
   16	Fortive	$54,463	$26.18	10
   17	Johns Manville	$54,411	$26.16	1
   18	Manufacturing	$53,894	$25.91
   19	Valmont Industries	$53,750	$25.84	3
   20	Swanson Health Products	$53,586	$25.76

4. Writing an electromechanical technician job description

   An electromechanical technician 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 electromechanical technician job description:

   Electromechanical technician job description example

   Troubleshoot and repair assemblies, subassemblies, products, and/or systems.
   
   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
   
   Read and comprehend schematics and assembly diagrams and apply the knowledge in component level troubleshooting and repair of product.
   Screws, solders, cements, press fits, or perform similar operations to join or secure parts in place.
   Mounts assembled components, such as transformers, resistors, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and sockets, on a printed circuit board.
   Data collection and reporting of unit failures and trends to Management
   Installs finished assemblies or subassemblies in cases with understanding of test procedures.
   Responsible for training lower level technicians and assemblers in the areas of workmanship, ESD, safety and accepted AMS process. To include conducting training meetings.
   Document processes in accordance with ISO 9000
   Collaborates with management and engineering when adopting new changes on the manufacturing floor
   Requirements:
   
   QUALIFICATIONS (ELECTROTECH2)
   
   EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
   
   High school diploma or general education degree and BSEET or equivalent military or industry experience.
   Competent solder experience desired
   
   REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
   
   Thorough understanding of AMS manufacturing process
   4+ years' experience with test equipment including multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power meters, signal generators, etc.
   Competent through-hole and surface mount soldering ability
   
   EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
   
   Minimum 4 years' experience in relevant high technology manufacturing.
   Minimum of 2 years experience in a technical lead role in a high- technology environment.
   Proven proficiency in manufacturing standards that include ISO 9000, IPC-610A, and the understanding of AMS products and process.
   
   SKILLS/ABILITIES:
   
   Solid communication skills and ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels, as well as with foreign suppliers
   Must have solid practical skills in electronics manufacturing, schematic reading abilities, troubleshooting skills and use of common tools
   
   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
   
   REPETITIVE MOTIONS: Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
   AVERAGE VISUAL ABILITIES: Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products, or operate machinery.
   PHYSICAL STRENGTH: Physically active position, climbing ladder, lifting boxes (up to 30lbs), pushing carts, stooping and bending.
   
   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find electromechanical technicians for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit electromechanical technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   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 electromechanical technician

   Once you've decided on a perfect electromechanical technician candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new electromechanical technician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

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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