Job Description
Position Summary
The Electronics Technician will modify, repair, and improve existing electronic products, equipment, and controls and will assist in developing new or updated electronic systems, components or products.
Essential Functions
- Repairs, installs, and inspects electronics or electronic systems as directed through verbal or written directions, diagrams, drawings, or specifications.
- Maintains and makes necessary operating adjustments to the organization's electronic systems.
- Determines material or replacement needs and a logical method for repair; takes appropriate action to meet those needs and makes repairs.
- Ensures local, state, and national electrical codes are followed and proper materials are used throughout electrical systems.
- Manages and installs cables and wiring, splicing as needed.
- Creates or adapts parts as needed to make repairs and improve the performance of various electronics.
- Performs safety checks to ensure design plans are feasible in various conditions.
- Reports potentially dangerous electrical equipment to supervisor and takes steps to resolve the issue.
- Instruct employees regarding safe working procedures and requirements when working with electronic equipment and components.
- Develops and maintains records related to electronic and electrical equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Associates degree in Electronics or Electronic Technician certification required or comparable electronics training.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- Experience in electrical assembly/installations, proper wiring practices, and electrical test equipment (multimeter, clamp meter, oscilloscope, insulation tester)
- Basic knowledge of:
- Control systems
- Three-phase systems
- Generators/alternators
- Motors and motor control (across-the-line, variable frequency drives (VFDs), soft starters, and inverters)
- Instrumentation
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
- Communication protocols and networks (CANbus, Ethernet)
- Practices proper electrical safety procedures
- Basic understanding of electrical circuits; current, resistance, voltage
- Circuit troubleshooting experience (analog and digital)
- AC and DC circuit familiarity
- Safety protocols when handling electrical circuits and components
- Thru hole and surface mount PCB soldering/desoldering experience
- Proficiency with VOM/DMM and oscilloscope operation
- Thorough understanding of electronics principles and design.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Excellent problem-solving ability.
- Ability to follow highly complex directions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred
- PLC operation and troubleshooting knowledge (hardware and software)
- Electric motor installation and troubleshooting experience
- VFD operation and troubleshooting experience
- DAQ system experience
- CAD drawing experience
- Basic understanding of hydraulic circuits; flow, restriction, pressure
- Reading and interpreting hydraulic schematics
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to bend, kneel and stoop frequently
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
- Ability to follow all safety requirements.
- Ability to work with both arms extended for an extended period.
- Ability to climb step ladders, work platforms frequently.
- Ability to drive a forklift and be certified to the company's program.
Work Environment
The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Critical features of this job are described below the headings above. They are subject to change at any time in the course of normal business operations.
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