Video Game Hardware Repair Tech

Plato's Closet; Flint Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Disc Replay Repair Office in Clio, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Video Game Hardware Repair Tech to diagnose and repair defective controllers and consoles. You will work with the latest gaming tech to service Xbox and PS5 hardware, focusing on analog sticks and charge ports, while maintaining quality and efficiency.

You will troubleshoot hardware issues, perform precision SMT and through-hole soldering, and collaborate with teammates to continuously improve repair processes and customer

Qualifications

• Proficiency in through-hole and SMT soldering.
• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot hardware issues.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Repair defective video game controllers and consoles, focusing on analog sticks and charge ports, especially for Xbox and PS5 controllers.
• Diagnose hardware issues and provide effective repair solutions.
• Perform through-hole soldering and surface mount soldering (SMT) with precision and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to improve repair processes and customer satisfaction.

Skills

SMT soldering

Through-hole soldering

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Tools

Soldering iron

Multimeter

Job description

This position would be for our Repair Office in Clio, Mi.

Disc Replay is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Video Game Hardware Repair Tech to join our team. As a key member of our repair department, you will be primarily responsible for diagnosing and repairing defective video game controllers and consoles. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the latest gaming technology and contribute to the gaming community.

This role may be a great fit for you if you...

Likes to disassemble and tinker with electronics

Come up with creative solutions to unique problems

Learn and develop new skills

Does not mind repetitive tasks

Enjoys challenging yourself and seeking out ways to improve

Key Responsibilities:

• Repair defective video game controllers and consoles, focusing on replacing analog sticks and charge ports, especially for Xbox and PS5 controllers.
• Diagnose hardware issues and provide effective solutions to ensure quality repairs.
• Perform through-hole soldering and surface mount soldering (SMT) with precision and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to improve repair processes and customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Proficiency in through-hole soldering and surface mount soldering (SMT).
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot hardware issues effectively.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience repairing video game handheld consoles, such as Gameboys.
• Experience with SMT & USB port replacement
• Experience with HDMI port repair.

At Disc Replay, we buy and sell video games, movies, electronics, and collectibles. Our customers bring us cool stuff all day long. We pay cash on the spot to buy their stuff and then we resell it to others. Disc Replay is a great environment to be in for video gamers, movie buffs, and those into pop culture.
Thanks for reading, and we'll see you at "The Replay"!