Repair Technician at Waseyabek Development Company – Grand Rapids, Michigan

Repair Technician
Reports to: Test Engineer
Shift: M-F day shift

Job Description

About Safari Circuits

At Safari Circuits, we believe our drive for a family-like culture makes a positive impact on our team and the quality of products we produce. We manufacture Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) for the global electronics market. We are a growing business, and we meet the stringent regulatory demands of medical, military, and defense fields. Founded in 1985, Safari Circuits provides world-class electronics development and manufacturing services to our customers and has a proven track record of creating stability within our ever-growing team. We are ready to shape a stronger future for our company and invest in your success.

Position Summary

The Electronics Test & Repair Technician is responsible for diagnosing and repairing complex electronic assemblies that fail In-Circuit (ICT) or Functional testing. This role acts as a bridge between the production line and the engineering team, performing deep-dive root cause analysis on failures. You will either perform high-precision repairs personally or provide detailed technical feedback to the rework team to ensure units meet quality standards.

Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to, the following:

• Failure Diagnosis: Analyze test failure logs (ICT/Functional) and use diagnostic tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.) to identify root causes down to the component level.
• Hands-on Repair: Perform precision soldering, de-soldering, and rework on Surface Mount (SMT) and Through-Hole components following IPC-A-610 standards.
• Feedback & Collaboration: Provide clear, actionable instructions to the rework department for high-volume repairs and collaborate with Test Engineers to identify recurring yield issues.
• Data Logging: Accurately record failure modes, repair actions, and part usage in the manufacturing tracking system to support quality metrics.
• Test Support: Assist in setting up or verifying ICT fixtures and functional test benches when troubleshooting equipment vs. product issues.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a clean, organized work area adhering to ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protocols and safety regulations.
• Assist with production activities as required.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Applicants must possess any education, training or experience necessary to perform all essential duties and responsibilities associated with the position. Education, training and experience indicative of an individual’s ability to perform all essential job duties and responsibilities, include the following:

• Education: Associate’s degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent military training).
• Experience: 2–5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, specifically in troubleshooting and repair.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, assembly drawings, and technical manuals.
  • Advanced skill in using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMM), and signal generators.
  • Expert-level soldering and PCB rework skills (certification in IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 is a plus).
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical issues clearly to both engineers and production staff.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to pass a background investigation, including but not limited to personal and professional financial history, nationwide criminal record search, credit check, and other relevant background information deemed necessary by WDC.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move items weighing 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Travel Requirements:

May have to travel to customer/vendor site or sister company.

Disclaimer:

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Native American & Veteran Hiring Preferences will be applied in accordance with Waséyabek Development Company policy. We are committed to making merit-based hiring decisions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, height or weight, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.