Overall Purpose of the job: The Electronics Technician is responsible for the testing, troubleshooting, repairing and modification of electronic equipment, parts, components and systems according to engineering instructions and customer specifications Minimum qualifications and experience: - Associated Degree or Diploma in Electronics with 5+ years of demonstrated relevant experience
- Computer literate with knowledge of IT networks and terminology
- Experience in the maintenance and upgrade of Computer hardware and operating systems/applications
Job Requirements & Other Attributes: · The ability/skill to troubleshoot PCB’s to component level using various test equipment. · Ability to read and interpret electronic schematic diagrams · Use of Power Supplies, Oscilloscopes, Signal generators, Digital MultiMeters and frequency Counters · Knowledge of proper PCB board/component handling and ESD prevention practices · Experience setting up and conducting various intricate PCB test configurations using test leads and fixtures · Hands-on problem-solving style · Self-motivated and self-directed, requiring minimal oversight to meet objectives and timelines · Keeping current with applicable technology · Valid code 08 driver’s licence · Must be PSIRA registered (minimum - Grade C) · Attendance of specified training for further certification · Understanding and Daily Adherence to contractual earnestness clauses · Acceptance of and agreement to regular Clearance checks including polygraphs · Excellent verbal communication skills and be able to do report writing · Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work · Build and maintain good relationships with Internal and External Customers · Serious regard for chain of command reporting for example the understanding that altering or adjusting equipment, altering testing procedures or processes may not be done without Managerial approval
Main duties & Responsibilities:
· Perform complex technical functions in support of engineering activities such as set-up, operation, maintenance, modification, circuit testing, calibration and troubleshooting of electronic or electro-mechanical components and systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models or specialized test equipment · Perform incoming inspection, testing and repair of faulty systems and equipment received from Customers or Service Technicians, using approved testing procedures and schematics · Repair or replace defective or improperly functioning equipment that failed inspection, as per Supplier Technical specification · Setting up of specific test apparatus or test equipment to conduct functional, operational and soak tests to evaluate performance and reliability of complete systems and individual components · Work from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal instructions · Analyse and interpret test results and data in order to modify and adjust equipment functions to perform to specific Customer requirements · Fabricate the necessary cables and jigs for use with test equipment and assemblies as needed · Complete the required paperwork and test records for all tested equipment · Load and configure software utilities or applications used for the testing and certification of equipment and components as per Supplier specifications · Order and maintain inventory of replacement parts for electronic equipment repairs · Maintain warranty, service and repair records · Perform quality checks on repaired equipment to ensure proper operation · Responsible for delivering set objectives and to report progress on the delivery of these as agreed with your Line Manager · To assist with product and related training activities and technical support · To propose solutions for the improvement of repair and test procedures to shorten turnaround times · To identify and suggest improvements on training practices and documentation · Test documentation and procedures may NOT be altered without your Line Manager’s approval. · To ensure that all materials are controlled to eliminate losses and that any excess material is returned to stores · Maintain a high standard and neat workshop environment · Abide by company’s Health and Safety policy and procedures · Contribute to team effort by performing other tasks as appropriate and/or required · Tactical planning for effective and efficient completion to ensure required delivery dates are met · Management of stock including weekly stock take & replenishment to ensure stock levels do not pass approved minimum stock levels · Use & Manage incident management system to ensure all jobs completed in the approved, allocated time thus ensuring no overdue jobs · Communication of job status and ensure necessary updates done on jobs via incident management system as well as daily/weekly/monthly reports · Manage tools and ensure the right tool is used for the job at hand · Excellent care of company property entrusted to you · Always dress as per company expectation and policy when on duty · Timekeeping and ensure effective amount of work completed daily · Plan to Succeed and Right first time · Ensure all work is done to a high-quality standard · Ensure relevant job cards, status reports and all other documents are always completed · Generate accurate records of tests and acceptance test procedures · Live reporting on work in progress, activities and results to all relevant parties · Ensure deviations are escalated and approved · Escalate issues fast and efficiently to ensure great service delivery and excellent communication · Always ensure work performed meets customer & company policy expectations Core competencies: · Understand workmanship and quality standards · Manage and apply work instructions and procedures · Familiar with application of repairs, assembly & logistic standards, methodologies as well as practices applicable · Self-disciplined with good time management skills · Excellent written and verbal communication skills · Customer focussed with excellent attention to detail · Fully competent on the use of Microsoft Office · Drivers license and own transport · Lead by example · Problem Solving and Troubleshooting | 
