Electronics Repair Technician 2

Job Description

Job Description

Trust Automation

Trust Automation has over 35 years of experience in custom motors, linear drives, digital drives, and systems which meet the unique needs of its customers. Its product line includes motors, linear drives, digital drives, custom assemblies, and products to fit unique applications and ground-up system design and manufacturing solutions. We design, build and support control and power management systems for the most demanding defense, semiconductor, industrial automation, and medical applications.

Trust Automation is an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining a skilled, productive, and diverse workforce, personnel with competencies and experience related to the regional and State population. Every employee has an "at-will" relationship with Trust Automation. This means that employment with Trust Automation is at the mutual consent of the employer and the employee and is subject to termination by either party at will, with or without cause or advance notice.

Job Summary

The Repair Technician II ( Fully Proficient ) is responsible for independently diagnosing, analyzing, and repairing components and finished products manufactured by Trust Automation in support of both internal manufacturing non-conformances and customer RMAs. This role ensures products are restored to current, compliant configurations that meet original functional, performance, and quality requirements.

The Repair Technician II applies technical expertise and independent judgment to identify failure modes, determine root cause, and define appropriate repair or upgrade pathways. This includes evaluating cost, turnaround time, and risk while executing repairs that reduce scrap, minimize rework, and protect delivery commitments and customer satisfaction.

Working under general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, the Repair Technician II performs repairs using established tools, test equipment, and documented processes, while maintaining accurate records of findings, corrective actions, and final disposition. The role requires effective written and verbal communication with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Customer Support and contributes to continuous improvement through feedback on recurring failure trends and process gaps.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

• Independently diagnose, analyze, and repair components and finished products across Trust Automation product lines.
• Determine root cause of failures and define appropriate repair or upgrade pathways within established guidelines.
• Execute complex soldering, rework, and mechanical repairs with minimal rework or escalation.
• Recreate reported failures when appropriate to validate failure modes.
• Validate repairs through functional and performance testing using production test systems.
• Communicate technical findings, risks, and status to the Manufacturing Supervisor and cross-functional teams.
• Provide technical guidance and informal support to Level I technicians.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts through feedback on failure trends and repair effectiveness.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or higher in Electronics or
related technical field strongly preferred.
• 4–6 years of hands-on experience repairing complex mechanical and/or electronic
assemblies or systems.
• Demonstrated success supporting product returns (RMA), including independent
diagnostics and repair execution.
• Proven soldering and de-soldering expertise in accordance with J-STD or equivalent
standards.
• Proficient with advanced electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, function
generators, and power supplies.
• Strong competency in reading and applying electronic schematics, assembly
documentation, and engineering drawings.
• Working proficiency with SSH, Telnet, and serial communication interfaces.
• Exposure to on-board programming or configuration of PALs, microcontrollers, or similar
devices.
• Solid working knowledge of industrial communication standards (RS-232/485/422, USB,
Ethernet).
• Proficient user of ERP systems.
• Demonstrated proactive commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and customer
satisfaction.
• This position may be asked to drive for company purposes during the course of
employment. If asked and agreed upon, employees must possess a valid California
Driver's License and clean driving record.
• May participate in identity verification processes required to access secure client or
government portals by authorizing certified supplier or customer management platforms
to obtain information from your personal credit profile or other information, solely to verify
your identity.

Scope & Autonomy

• Fully proficient and independently accountable for the majority of repairs.
• Exercises sound technical judgment within defined processes and standards.
• Requires minimal supervision for day-to-day work.
• Recognized as a reliable technical resource within the repair organization

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person, on the telephone or virtually.
• Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, or assemble/manufacture intricate items.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Sitting or standing for extended period of time.
• Physical agility to lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder height. Any items that weigh more than 50 pounds will require two or more people or a lifting device to move.
• Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.

Pay/Salary Information

Pay scale for this position - $35.48 - $40.00 Hourly

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