Electronic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

Repairs various home and automotive electronic equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Other duties may be assigned. Some or all of the following duties may apply, based on your technical level.

• Some soldering of SMT (Surface Mount Component) chip components may be required. 
• The ability to document findings and report them to manufacturers.
• Ensure proper data integrity by performing clerical duties as they relate to repairs.
• Be an active participant in the essential functions of the position, including recommendations for improvement. 
• Perform software updates.
• Diagnose and repair units in accordance with standard United Radio procedures.
• Promote and adhere to United Radio’s Core Values.
• Comply with United Radio's policies and procedures, and quality systems. 
• Perform other related duties as requested.

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.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Basic understanding of mathematical concepts.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability and desire to learn new skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
• Prioritize duties and responsibilities appropriately. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).  Level of experience is determined by position being considered for:  QC/Apprentice Technician - someone with little or no electronics experience/training working toward a master position.  Master Technician - experienced in all aspects of electronics.

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to co-workers.

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.

The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color identification, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.   The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds independently. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment 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.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.  This is a non-smoking environment.