How to hire a hardware assembler

How to hire a hardware assembler, step by step

Here's a step-by-step hardware assembler hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The hardware assembler hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A hardware assembler's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, hardware assemblers 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 shows salaries for various types of hardware assemblers.

   Type of Hardware Assembler	Description	Hourly rate
   Hardware Assembler	Assemblers and fabricators assemble finished products and the parts that go into them. They use tools, machines, and their hands to make engines, computers, aircraft, ships, boats, toys, electronic devices, control panels, and more.	$11-23
   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
   Assembler/Tester	Assemblers or testers assemble or test complex products to attain prompt delivery schedules and customer quality. They work on products containing electronic, dual, and mechanical hydraulic systems... Show more	$12-20

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • PC

   Responsibilities:

   • Perform electro-mechanical assembly including point-to-point wiring, wring-out and cable harness layout, and basic mechanical assembly.
   • Download data to determine how RF units react under different environmental conditions.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, hardware assemblers' average salary in florida is 41% less than in new hampshire.
   • Seniority. Entry-level hardware assemblers 51% less than senior-level hardware assemblers.
   • Certifications. A hardware assembler 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 hardware assembler's salary.

   Average hardware assembler salary

   $16.56hourly

   $34,437 yearly

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   Entry-level hardware assembler salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a hardware assembler job description

   A good hardware assembler job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a hardware assembler job description:

   Hardware assembler job description example

   • Experienced in the electronic and /or mechanical assembly process.
   • Experienced in a rapid paced, time sensitive, high-quality environment.
   • Excellent communication skills.
   • Proficient in using power tools such as drills, power saws, and other tools.
   • Proficient in using hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, cutters, etc.
   • An ability to build electronic systems including wires, screws and electrical components in an enclosure.
   • A basic understanding of computer operating systems and networking.
   • The ability to operate or basic understanding or soldering techniques with experience.
   • Experience in working with cable, wire and termination technologies.
   • A basic understanding of simple test equipment such as multi-meters and cable testers.
   • Create and interpret technical documentation.
   • A fundamental knowledge of electronic theory.
   • Excellent computer skills in installing, configuring, and running operating systems such as Windows and Linux.
   • Very skilled in soldering techniques and possesses the knowledge of soldering standards.
   • Skilled in the machining and manipulation of metal, plastics, and composites.

   PAY RATE
   $50,000/yr
   
   HOURS OF OPERATION
   Mon. – Fri. 8:30am – 5pm
   Except Federal Holidays
   
   HOW TO APPLY
   
   If interested in this opportunity, please apply on our website by visiting www.theexcaliburgroup.com . Once at the site, select the Careers tab and in the drop down menu select current positions. Once there you'll find all current Excalibur openings.
   
   Preference will be given to all qualified applicants who live in a federally certified HUBZone.
   **The Excalibur Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.**

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5. Post your job

   To find the right hardware assembler for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with hardware assemblers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit hardware assemblers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit hardware assemblers, 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 hardware assembler

   Once you've found the hardware assembler candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new hardware assembler 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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