Electronics Technician
Install, troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment and systems.
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- What's it like to be an Electronics Technician?
- How to become an Electronics Technician
- Latest Electronics Technician jobs
- Top skills and experience for Electronics Technicians
What's it like to be an Electronics Technician?
Electronics Technicians repair, install and maintain a variety of gadgets that operate with electronics. They work on an array of devices ranging from small consumer electronics, like mobile phones and home appliances, to larger machinery used in industries. These technicians are skilled in using specialised equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose faults, carrying out repairs and performing routine maintenance checks. They can be employed across diverse sectors including manufacturing, telecommunications and retail. The setting varies widely depending on the type of industry, with workplaces ranging from repair shops to on-site installation duties.
Tasks and duties
- Inspecting and testing electronic equipment, components and assemblies to conform with specifications and functional performance.
- Diagnosing and rectifying faults in electronic systems and equipment.
- Installing, maintaining and repairing electronic equipment and systems.
- Reading and interpreting electronic circuit diagrams, and using specialised testing equipment to ensure functionality of components.
- Assisting in the development of electronic equipment, contributing to system design, component selection and circuit construction.
- Documenting test activities, issues identified and rectification actions taken.
- Complying with health and safety regulations when working with electronic devices and potentially hazardous materials.
How to become an Electronics Technician
To become an Electronics Technician in Singapore, you need an educational background in electrical engineering or a related field, as well as the necessary technical skills and attention to detail.
- Obtain an associate's or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technologies, or a related field.
- Gain experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), AVE, C programming language, and Graphical User Interface (GUI) software and systems.
- Develop fluency in various operating systems, programmable logic, circuit board design, tablet use, calibration techniques, oscilloscope operation, and assembly procedures.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail in all tasks and processes to maintain high standards of quality and accuracy in your work.
- Cultivate strong problem-solving skills to effectively troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise in the course of your work.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Electronics Technician employers on Jobstreet are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Soldering
Troubleshooting
Hardware Testing
Labview
Information Technology Consulting
Printers
Electronic Equipment
Systems Integration
Semiconductors
Product Engineering
Schematic Drawings
Electronic Engineering
Research and Development
Oscilloscopes
Diagramming
Installation
Drivers Licence
Data Analysis
Functional Testing
Electronic Circuit
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