You don't need a background in computers to belong here. We're looking for people who are curious, detail-oriented, and excited to learn. If you have a growth mindset and a passion for doing great work, we'll teach you the technical side. We believe great teams are built by people from all walks of life and backgrounds — and we're excited to meet candidates who are ready to grow with us. As the Tier 1 Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for precision assembly, process refinement, guiding documented processes, and collaborating with team members towards a common goal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE

30 days and ongoing: Learns Puget Systems' services, processes, procedures, and its position in the industry to align with its overall mission. Attends new hire orientation and engages with meet-and-greets with all departments. Completes prerequisite training for new hires through the Learning Management System (LMS) Is proficient with the Phase 1 Assembly process. Achieves proficiency with three primary chassis through a combination of training sessions led by experienced team members, shadowing, and hands-on training opportunities. Attends and actively participates in departmental, cross-departmental meetings, and all-staff meetings. Participates in monthly one-on-one meetings with the Direct Manager and the Team Lead to discuss progress, achievements, and areas for further development. By 60 days, is proficient with Phase 2 Assembly processes. 3-6 months and ongoing: Demonstrates proficiency in RAID configuration for optimized storage and enhanced system performance. Possesses proficiency in building quantities of 3 or more systems with minimal errors. Demonstrates proficiency in executing the rework and tear-down process. Attends mid-year check-in with the Direct Manager. Is a fully contributing Tier 1 Assembly Technician, demonstrating proficiency in handling builds with minimal oversight and operating with little to no limitations. Demonstrates proficiency in the tear-down and rework processes. Demonstrates familiarity of the assembly process, enabling informed decision-making without affecting the customer experience. Displays familiarity with assembly Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 12 months and ongoing: Attends coaching and development sessions as part of the performance evaluation process, actively participating in discussions that assess effectiveness and contributions to performance development. Participates in two formal one-on-one meetings, per calendar year, to review progression sheets, collaboratively determine goals, and maintains constant ongoing conversations with the Direct Manager for continuous feedback and development discussions. Demonstrates proficiency in utilizing Google Suite, including Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and Gmail, for effective document creation, data management, scheduling, and email communication. Is proficient in server assembly, showcasing expertise in the systematic and efficient construction of server systems. Engages in constructively contributing feedback for process improvement, providing insightful and valuable input to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness. Has shadowed at least one other department, gaining valuable insights into their operations and processes. Initiates team building and fosters collaboration among team members to enhance overall productivity and collective success.

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience highly preferred Familiarity with Google Suite (i.e. Google Drive, including Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and Gmail) nice to have Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time required Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times required

COMPENSATION & COMPANY BENEFITS INCLUDE

The compensation range is $21.00

• $26.00 (hourly), based on skillset and experience level Benefits include : Medical, Dental, and Vision offered and covered at 75% by Puget Systems for the Employee's coverage Paid time off and Sick Time
• 2 weeks PTO to start, +1 day / year until they hit 4 weeks Paid holidays
• 8 days + 2 floating holidays / year Paid parental leave
• 3 weeks Paid Medical Hardship Leave
• up to 2 weeks / year Paid jury duty leave
• up to 2 weeks / year Paid bereavement leave 4% match on 401(k), immediate vesting Volunteer Matching Program Wellness Reimbursement Program Company-sponsored financial counseling

WHO WE ARE

Puget Systems is located in Auburn, Washington. We design and manufacture solution-specific, highly reliable workstations and servers for content creation, engineering, and scientific computing. Our core belief is that computers are a tool that should get your work done, and not be a hindrance. Our focus is on the work of our clients, and how our technology enables new and exciting advances in those fields.

HIRING PROCESS

All candidates must submit a resume to be considered for this position. Qualified applicants will be invited to a brief Zoom call with our People & Culture Manager, then (if selected) a Zoom interview with the hiring manager, and finally, an in-person interview. A background check is required ahead of your start date. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00

• $26.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Auburn, WA 98001 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person