Electronics Repair Technician

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training on new electronics systems

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking an experienced Electronics Repair Technician to lead the repair center, diagnose faults, and perform component-level repairs to return devices to optimal working condition.

You will test repaired units, maintain detailed records of repairs and parts, and stay updated on new electronics technologies in a well-equipped workshop.

This hands-on role requires meticulous fault finding, strong soldering skills, and the ability to commute to Paarl for on-site work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electronics Repair Technician or similar role.
• Strong understanding of electronic principles and circuit analysis.
• Proficiency with soldering/desoldering for surface-mount components.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose electronic faults using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other testing equipment.
• Perform component-level repairs on circuit boards and electronic assemblies.
• Test repaired units to ensure full functionality and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs, parts used, and time spent on each job.
• Stay updated on new electronic technologies and repair techniques.

Skills

Electronics repair

Fault diagnosis

Schematic reading

Manual dexterity

Documentation

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Soldering tools

Desoldering tools

Testing equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires an experienced Electronics Repair Technician to manage their repair center in Paarl . This role involves diagnosing and repairing a wide range of electronic devices and equipment, ensuring they are returned to optimal working condition. You will be responsible for meticulous fault finding, component-level repair, and quality assurance testing. This is a hands-on role for someone with a keen eye for detail and a passion for solving complex electronic problems in the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose electronic faults using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other testing equipment.
• Perform component-level repairs on circuit boards and electronic assemblies.
• Test repaired units to ensure full functionality and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs, parts used, and time spent on each job.
• Stay updated on new electronic technologies and repair techniques.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electronics Repair Technician or similar role.
• Strong understanding of electronic principles and circuit analysis.
• Proficiency with soldering and desoldering techniques for surface-mount components.
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and diagrams.
• Good problem-solving skills and manual dexterity; must be based in or able to commute to Paarl .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance incentives.
• Access to a well-equipped workshop and diagnostic tools.
• Opportunities for training on new electronic systems.
• Health insurance and other standard employment benefits.
• A stable and respectful working environment.