How to hire a final test technician

How to hire a final test technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step final test technician hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your final test technician job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a final test technician for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a final test technician to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a final test technician that fits the bill.

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

   Type of Final Test Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Final Test Technician	Electrical and electronics engineering technicians help engineers design and develop computers, communications equipment, medical monitoring devices, navigational equipment, and other electrical and electronic equipment. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust, test, and repair equipment... Show more	$14-30
   Technical Testing Engineer	A technical testing engineer is responsible for inspecting and reporting the quality of products across the production cycle. You will thoroughly check procedures, materials, and electrical and mechanical systems to produce high-quality products for customers... Show more	$29-60
   Electronics Engineering Technician	Electronics Engineering Technician helps engineers design and advance electronic devices and components, install electrical equipment, and maintain electronic systems. They usually work in product evaluation and testing... Show more	$23-44

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • R
   • Test Procedures
   • Quality Standards
   • Test Equipment
   • RF
   • Laser
   • CVD
   • Mechanical Assemblies
   • Semiconductor Equipment
   • Technical Reports
   • Technical Problems
   • Test Results
   • Test Data
   • Etch

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   Responsibilities:

   • Install and manage windows applications for the user, maintain servers and manage help desk operations.
   • Obtain and update certificates for A+, ESD IPC and ISO certifications.
   • Perform calibration, setup, troubleshoot and test support for RMA units.
   • Test and repair printed circuit boards, RF generators, and modular parts for etching wafers.
   • Test all laser scanners, processors and accessories for proper operation including burning software onto chips to install onto circuit boards.
   • Solder diodes and components to PC boards.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your final test technician job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A final test technician can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, final test technicians' average salary in nebraska is 41% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level final test technicians 52% less than senior-level final test technicians.
   • Certifications. A final test technician with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a final test technician's salary.

   Average final test technician salary

   $45,208yearly

   $21.73 hourly rate

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   Entry-level final test technician salary

   $31,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

4. Writing a final test technician job description

   A final test 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. Below, you can find an example of a final test technician job description:

   Final test technician job description example

   As one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker covers a broad spectrum of advanced solutions in all fields of research and development. All our systems and instruments are designed to improve safety of products, to accelerate time-to-market, and to support industries in successfully enhancing quality of life. We have been driving innovation in analytical instrumentation for over 50 years now. Today, more than 7,500 employees distributed across 90 locations around the world continue to delight our customers with innovative solutions.
   
   Bruker Nano, one of Bruker's four operating segments, provides customers in academic and governmental institutions, life science, materials, and applied industries with the tools to determine the characteristics of matter and visualize the structure of molecules. Divisions within BNANO include Bruker AXS, Bruker Nano Analytics, Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology, Fluorescence Microscopy, and Canopy.
   
   Bruker Nano Surfaces FM business unit manufactures the world's leading 2 Photon Laser Scanning Florescence Microscopy microscope instrumentation for use in high resolution live cell imaging research.
   
   As a Final Test Technician, you are responsible for complete system integration, testing and troubleshooting of all subassemblies and final systems to ensure compliance to all system specifications. Additionally, you will support the customer direct post-sale with advanced instrumentation and application support including: installation, user and application training, instrument diagnostics/fix, and post-sale applications support.
   
   We are looking for someone with a strong technical background and the ability to read and understand detailed test specifications, methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings and diagrams required to perform the set-up, operation and test of Laser Scanning Florescence Microscopy equipment.
   Responsibilities
   
   50% Final System assembly integration and test:
   
   * System integration, testing and troubleshooting of all subassemblies and final systems to ensure compliance to all system specifications.
   * Must be able to follow safety protocols.
   * Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
   * Ability to work independently and within teams.
   * Must take ownership of the systems being tested to include:
   * Identifying parts that do not align/fit correctly
   * Cosmetic defects
   * Identifying procedure errors
   * Identifying test equipment that is damaged or does not work correctly through required tracking/build documentation in accordance with approved methods
   
   * Must be able to make recommendations for solutions to technical problems.
   * Strong and efficient problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
   * Ability to apply engineering science and technology principles, procedures, and equipment to the production and service of goods.
   * Able to interpret detailed engineering drawings, electronic schematics, and other specifications in order to address numerous abstract and concrete variables.
   * Must be able to load system software, set up all system components and perform required test procedures.
   * Use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate data for performance by a variety of methods to ensure unit functions according to specification.
   * Developing or modify alignment and testing procedures for the manufacturing process of all our laser scanning imaging systems.
   * Assist production engineering in the planning, testing and documentation for manufacturing imaging systems.
   * Use of handheld test equipment is required to include voltmeters and other specialized test equipment as required.
   
   30% Assembly work:
   
   * Combine optical components for production of laser scanning systems by assembling and aligning optical subassemblies.
   * Perform custom fabrication and modification of mechanical and optical components as needed.
   * Confer with Engineering to provide feedback on fabrication and assembly, transition prototypes into Manufacturing, and resolve functional problems.
   
   20% Service activities including:
   
   * Install and qualify BNS/FM standard and specialized instrument, upgrade, and/or accessory including but not limited to:
   * Uncrating instrumentation and interconnection of sub-components and assemblies
   * Instrument start-up troubleshooting
   * Qualification of the instrument and accessories using standard and agreed to non-standard samples.
   * Work directly with customers to diagnose BNS/FM instrument issues including but not limited to
   * Diagnose, research, test, develop, optimize, communicate, and execute the most efficient solution plan for advanced complex electromechanical hardware/software instrument issues.
   * Create and maintain record of activity in support database
   * Preventative maintenance on BNS/FM instrumentation which can include but not limited to:
   * Basic maintenance and calibration of instrument and accessories
   * Re-certification of system using both standard and non-standard samples
   
   Qualifications
   
   * Ability to adhere to ANSI Standards for usage of lasers of FDA classifications I - IV.
   * Customer focused, passionate about science and technology, and eager to enable customers with Bruker technology.
   * Proven excellent analytical capability, theoretical understanding of physics, working knowledge of electronics, mechanics, control systems, computers, networking, and common tooling such as oscilloscope, multi-meter, etc. to be an effective problem solver of complex systems, product users, and/or application issues.
   * Demonstrated ability to provide clear, logical, and effective verbal and written communication
   * Exceptional ability to develop, communicate, implement, and execute assigned project including achieving required deliverables on time.
   * Knowledge of software applications such as Word, Excel and Power Point to produce reports and graphs is required
   * Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical, optical and electrical specifications using drawings and manuals
   * Ability to lift, move, wire, reconfigure, and find customer solutions with ease.
   * Occasional International travel to meet install and revenue requirements
   * Up to 10% travel may be required at times to perform service activities on-site
   * Associate degree or higher in Physics, Engineering, related technology or equivalent experience.
   * 4-6 years' experience in a related field and hands on experience with lamp pumped or diode pumped lasers is as plus. Exceptional candidates with less experience will be considered.
   * Experience using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, signal generators and power meters is preferred.
   * Familiarity with Lasers and/or microscopy a plus.
   
   Bruker Corporation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and tuition assistance (as applicable).
   
   Bruker is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
   
   Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.

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5. Post your job

   To find final test technicians 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 final test technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level final test technicians 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.

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   • Post your final test technician job on Zippia to find and recruit final test technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
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6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with final test technician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to 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 final test technician

   Once you've selected the best final test technician 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 final test 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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