Electronics Technician

**Overview**:
We are seeking a skilled Electronics Technician to join our team. As an Electronics Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing electronic equipment. This is a hands-on role that requires strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. Please Note this is a Temporary Maternity Leave Replacement position for 1 year.

**Main Purpose of the Job**:
Maintenance, manufacturing, support, installation, and development of our products.

**Reports to**:
Production Manager

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
We are a small company, and so the duties may vary considerably and they may develop as the company grows. However, it is expected that the majority of the tasks will be hands-on work in the workshop, but from time to time this may include travel and working outdoors. Examples may include:

- Repair damaged or faulty products that are returned from our customers. For example, water damage to circuit boards.
- Assemble or assist in the assembly of our products and prototypes. We typically assemble products in batches, and the process normally involves electronic assembly, mechanical assembly, programming and testing.
- Maintaining component and consumable stock, which will require communicating with suppliers and helping to source components and services.
- Preparing, packaging, and shipping products to and from customers.
- Install or assist in the installation of permanent or temporary equipment at customer sites. A few times a year you may be required to travel to Racecourses nationally or internationally. Such installation work may require working long days and include physically demanding activities, including working at heights and in confined spaces.
- Maintain good records of their work, typically a logbook, and keep good record keeping practices, and from time to time contribute to the writing of documentation and instructions.
- Assist in the planning, documentation, and execution of research and development work and testing. Many times a year you may be required to assist in testing for new developments and enhancements. This may include outdoor testing and also analysis of data such as measurement logs or video recordings.
- Assist in live support activities, including communicating with customers remotely, triaging problems, and escalating issues in a timely manner.

**Mandatory Skill Requirements**:
You must be able to work independently, have a mature approach to your work, and take responsibility to ensure that your work is completed correctly, to a high quality, and on time.

Strong verbal and written communication in English

Must hold a valid Ontario driver’s licence, have regular access to a vehicle and be legally able to rent a vehicle.

you are competent in using Microsoft Windows and the basic Microsoft Office programs, including Word and Excel.

you must have experience with through hole and surface mount soldering and be capable of soldering 0402 size components by hand.

you must be competent in preparing, crimping, soldering, and assembling wires and cable assemblies.

you must be comfortable using common hand tools.

**Desirable Skill Requirements**:
Calm under pressure and able to problem solve and find suitable solutions and compromises under tight (live) time constraints.

Strong data analysis skills, including manipulating data in Excel using custom formula.

**Working Conditions**:
Normal working hours will be Monday-Friday, 9:00am to 5:30 pm. However, Gmax Technology operates within a leisure industry, and as such, you will sometimes be required to work outside of normal working hours, on weekends or holidays. This may include responding to unscheduled and urgent customer requests.

You will spend a large portion of their time soldering, including working with leaded and unleaded solder, flux, and cleaning chemicals. Additionally, some of the work may need to be completed under a microscope or magnifying lens.

From time to time, during installation or testing work, you may be required to work outdoors at any time of the year. This could include spending several consecutive full days working outdoors, and scheduling may not always allow for us to avoid poor weather.

If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for electronics and a desire to work in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive work culture. Join our team as an Electronics Technician today

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $18.50-$20.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Waterloo, ON N2L 3L3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Electronics Assembly: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person