Electronics Technician - Buford, GA
SUMMARY Installs and repairs a wide variety of electrical/electronic equipment including automatic machine and process controls, timers, counters, PLCs, drivers, monitors, thermostats, power supplies, switchboards, control centers and panels, relays, circuit breakers, electronic controls including alarm and communication systems, tape-actuated controls, or other equipment involving transistor circuits. Tests units for proper function and makes final adjustments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
· Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment failure to determine component level needs for repair and/or replacement.
· Uses diagnostic tools and equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters and other specialized equipment.
· Follows engineering instructions, technical manuals, customer specifications and/or other documented work instructions, including schematics or drawings.
· Completes Parts Requisition Form listing each component needed to repair unit.
· Updates progress notes in the designated system to document the steps taken to repair the unit.
· Starts up and shuts down unit in compliance with company and OSHA safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown.
· Maintains company and/or customer required performance documentation and maintenance records for specified unit/customer.
· Communicates with multiple departments regarding the status of the unit, including Purchasing, Engineering, Sales, Customer Service, Logistics, and IT.
· Maintains a neat, orderly and clean work area.
· Cross trains in other areas.
· Performs other duties as directed by leadership.
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 at least a two-year degree in electronics or related technical discipline or equivalent related work experience or combination of training, education and 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.
· Knowledge of and ability to apply electronic principles including analog, digital and microprocessor circuit concepts and related components.
· Ability to troubleshoot electronic devices and individual components without schematics or documented test procedures.
· 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.
