Electronic Repair Technician II

Job Type

Full-time

Description

SUMMARY

Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs printed circuit boards (PCBs) down to the component-level for a wide variety of equipment including AC drives, DC drives, variable frequency drives, power supplies, HMI/touchscreens, electronic counters, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), relays, input/output modules, and other industrial electronic equipment. Performs functional tests when able to validate the repair and make final adjustments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment to determine component-level needs for repair and/or replacement.
• Hand solder surface mount and through-hole components to complete repairs.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other specialized equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose failures.
• Read and interpret engineering instructions, technical manuals, customer specifications and/or other documented work instructions, including schematics or drawings, when available.
• Collaborate with other technicians and members of the engineering team when necessary.
• Update progress notes in the designated system to document the steps taken to repair the unit.
• Abide by all OSHA and company-specific safety standards.
• Maintain company and/or customer required performance documentation and maintenance records for specified unit/customer.
• Communicate with multiple departments regarding the status of the unit, including Purchasing, Engineering, Sales, Customer Service, Logistics, and IT.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and clean work area.
• Perform other duties as directed by leadership.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. ?The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Requires a two-year degree in electronics or related technical discipline or equivalent related work experience or combination of training, education, and experience.
• 4-8 years of industrial electronic experience
• Previous experience with test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, Huntron, Pinpoint, IC programmers or test fixtures.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic devices and individual components without schematics or documented test procedures.
• Ability to solder/desolder components.
• Ability to read and understand component data sheets, diagrams, and schematics.
• Ability to cross reference electronic components.
• Ability to follow oral and written policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of productivity while achieving quality workmanship to achieve established metrics.
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple levels and cross functionally.
  
  

Physical Demands/Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent standing at a workstation to perform diagnostic and repair tasks.
• Occasionally required to lift 35-50 pounds without assistance to waist or shoulder height in order to move units from a cart to workstation and from workstation to cart.
• Requires fine motor skills due to the small size of components and precision work performed.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and walking.
• Frequent use of hand tools, including screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, etc.
• Occasional computer work.
• Consistent attendance with occasional off-shift support required.
• Occasional travel is equivalent to less than 5% of the time.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Works in a clean, well-lit, climate-controlled area with minimal noise.
  
  

Occasional: activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.

Frequent: activity exists 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.