Entry Level Circuits Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Electronics Assembler
Job Description

This entry-level Electronics Assembler role focuses on building and testing fiber-optic and electronic communication products used in industrial and utility environments. You will perform hands-on assembly, follow detailed instructions and schematics, and support the production flow by ensuring each unit meets quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fiber-optic and electronic communication products according to work instructions, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Identify and correctly place electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, and integrated circuits on printed circuit boards.
• Perform printed circuit board (PCB) assembly, including through-hole and basic surface-mount technology (SMT) work.
• Solder and desolder components on PCBs while maintaining clean, reliable, and consistent solder joints.
• Strip, crimp, and assemble wires and cables to create harnesses and connections that meet design specifications.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, and torque drivers safely and accurately during assembly.
• Operate basic electrical test equipment, including multimeters, to verify continuity, voltage, and proper operation of assemblies.
• Follow electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures to protect sensitive electronic components during handling and assembly.
• Inspect assembled boards and components for correct placement, solder quality, and overall workmanship, and correct any defects found.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of electronic assemblies to identify and resolve simple issues or escalate more complex problems.
• Document work performed and communicate any assembly or quality issues to the appropriate team members.
• Support overall production flow by organizing workstations, maintaining tools and equipment, and assisting teammates as needed.

Essential Skills

• Ability to identify electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, and integrated circuits.
• Hands-on experience or training in printed circuit board (PCB) assembly.
• Proficiency in soldering and desoldering through-hole components and basic surface-mount (SMT) components.
• Skill in wire stripping, crimping, and cable assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret basic schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Competent use of hand tools including screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, and torque drivers.
• Basic proficiency with multimeters and other fundamental electrical test equipment.
• Understanding and application of electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures.
• Ability to inspect assembled boards and components for quality and correctness.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for electronic assemblies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Formal or informal technical training in electronics, electrical technology, or a related field.
• Experience in electronic assembly, wiring, or electrical assembly in a production or lab environment.
• Familiarity with fiber-optic or communication products used in industrial or utility settings.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized work instructions.
• Comfort working in a hands-on, tool-based environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values careful craftsmanship, learning, and continuous improvement in a growing technology environment. The role offers a solid foundation in electronics manufacturing, giving you the chance to build practical skills with real-world applications in industrial and utility markets. You work in a setting that encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing, and steady development of your technical abilities.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production environment focused on fiber-optic and electronic communication products. You will work at an electronics assembly workstation using hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, and torque drivers, as well as basic test equipment including multimeters and other electrical testers. The work involves handling printed circuit boards and sensitive components under electrostatic discharge (ESD) controls, which may include ESD-safe workstations, grounding straps, and other protective measures. You can expect a hands-on setting where you spend most of your time assembling, soldering, wiring, and inspecting products to support steady production flow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orange, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orange,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.