How to hire a rework technician

How to hire a rework technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step rework 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 rework technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new rework technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a rework 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.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A rework technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, rework technicians 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 rework technician salaries for various positions.

   Type of Rework Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Rework 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	$14-24
   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:

   • Hand Tools
   • Troubleshoot
   • IPC
   • Quality Checks
   • SMT
   • Test Equipment
   • PCB
   • Connectors
   • Circuit Boards
   • Surface Mount
   • Computer System
   • IPhone
   • Customer Specifications
   • ECO

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Install and manage windows applications for the user, maintain servers and manage help desk operations.
   • Perform rework on engineering prototype PCB's including SMT and through-hole device.
   • Perform rework with emphasis on SMT and PCB, and interface directly with engineers and technicians to construct breadboards and prototype
   • Work with PLC (i.e.
   • Test and follow ESD requirements.
   • Remove and replace damage capacitors, resistors and computer chips.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, rework technicians' average salary in tennessee is 45% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level rework technicians earn 40% less than senior-level rework technicians.
   • Certifications. A rework 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 a rework technician's salary.

   Average rework technician salary

   $39,636yearly

   $19.06 hourly rate

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   Entry-level rework technician salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 28, 2025

4. Writing a rework technician job description

   A good rework technician 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 rework technician job description:

   Rework technician job description example

   
   
   How Much You’ ll Be Making
   Rework Technician makes $17/hr.
   
   What You' ll Be Doing
   The Rework Technician will be responsible for undertaking all actions necessary to render return product serviceable; cleaning, testing, performance evaluation of electronic and mechanical components and subassemblies; follow standard practices and procedures in
   analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
   

   • Performs the set-up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of returned product
   • Recognize failures, identify root causes, and repair products
   • Records required information on all repairs
   • Operates required equipment and test fixtures
   • Attend meetings and training as assigned
   • Ensure adherence to workmanship and quality control standards
   • Completes repairs in a cost effective, efficient manner and expediting return product to stock
   • Identify any needs related to supplies, tools, and other items needed for efficient workflow in the repair area
   • Assists in material handling and inventory control as needed
   • Maintains and cleans the work environment
   • Offer assistance as needed for any variety of tasks as requested by management
   • Follow and execute procedures and policies established by management

   
   Why You' ll Be Awesome for This Job
   

   • Functional knowledge and experience with use of basic repair tools
   • Ability to follow and execute procedures and policies established by management
   • Ability to maintain a positive attitude while working
   • Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Suite Applications
   • Excellent organizational skills
   • Strong attention to detail
   • Excellent verbal communication skills

   
   Who Are We?
   
   RPC Company is a Nationwide staffing firm, located in Dallas, TX, Fort Worth, TX and Springfield, MO. RPC was founded in 2002 as a firm that combines a hands-on approach with industry expertise and national reach. We are a Veteran Owned Small Business; HUB Certified staffing company; a proud member of the Association of the United States Army & American Staffing Association; one of Dallas Business Journal’ s Top Hispanic Owned Companies; an INC. 5000 America’ s Fastest-Growing Private Company; a four-time winner of Clearly Rated’ s Best of Staffing award; and one of Forbes’ America’ s Best Professional Recruiting Firms.
   

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right rework technician for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit rework technicians, 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.

   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 rework technician

   Once you've found the rework technician 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.

   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.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new rework technician. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

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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