Repair Technician

OVERALL OBJECTIVE AND PURPOSE

Performs electrical, mechanical or software troubleshooting to determine problems in non-functioning manufacturing equipment.  Dismantles, modifies, repairs, and assembles equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches, or drawings.  Uses test and diagnostic equipment to perform checkouts.  Rebuilds manufacturing equipment as required.

Responsible for day-to-day activities of the Repair Centre inclusive of parts inventory monitoring, distribution, reporting, audits, maintenance, administration in accordance with general accepted standards, government regulations and IGT standards.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Testing equipment to determine cause of failure with little or no supervision.

• Using schematics and/or technical manuals in repair/maintenance of terminal, boards, etc.

• Component level troubleshooting of P.C. boards and sub-assemblies using oscilloscope, multimeter; etc.

• Maintaining log of incoming and outgoing terminals, and ensure timely completion of repairs  

• Inspecting terminals, circuits, etc. for damage.

• Cleaning interior/exterior of terminals, boards, etc.

• Painting equipment as required.

• Assist Communication Technicians with terminal related problems or in obtaining necessary supplies.

• Ensure maintenance of terminals used in Agent training as required.

• Operate various equipment/machines including computer, oscilloscope, multimeter, etc.

• Assign knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks

• Ensure that Safety Procedures pertaining to Warehouse & Repair Centre Management are maintained.

• Ensure Repair Centre is efficiently organized, clean and properly maintained

• Efficient Supervision of staff

• Work on assignments that are moderately difficult which require judgement in resolving issues or in making recommendations.

• Accurately manage equipment database

• Report on any case of safety hazards e.g., fire, tool/equipment misuse, etc.

• Ensure Security of all company, supplier & customer assets in and outside of Warehouse/Repair Centre.

• Initiate and participate in stock counts as is required.

• Monitor all activities within the Warehouse/Repair Centre to ensure observance of rules and regulations.  Report breaches as they occur.

• Compile and review weekly & monthly reports and ensure timeliness and accuracy.

• Assign relevant training to Repair Centre staff to ensure career development, and support with business requirements.

• Record and report all losses due to damage, pilferage, or other factors

• Submission of various reports e.g., parts usage/requirements, equipment failures, Time on Task.

• Prevent unauthorized access to Repair Centre.

• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• Technician’s Certificate in Telecommunications/Electronics field, or Associate Degree.

EXPERIENCE

• 3 - 4 years of related work experience.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift to 40 lbs. and stand for 50% of shift. 
• Ability to operate and maintain all departmental tools and machines including hands and pneumatic tools, soldering irons, soldering stations.
• It is all employees’ responsibilities to understand the specific requirements for their jobs and locations as it relates to Environmental responsibilities, Information security, and Quality expectations.