Electronics Technician
22 hours ago
Wappingers Falls
Job Description Job Title: Electronics Technician Job Description The Electronics Technician will perform component-level electrical and electronic troubleshooting and repair on circuit boards and related assemblies in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on assembling, testing, and maintaining analog and digital circuits using a variety of electronic test equipment, hand tools, and soldering techniques to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards. Responsibilities • Perform electrical and electronic troubleshooting on circuit boards and assemblies at the component level to identify and resolve issues in analog and digital circuits., • Assemble electrical and electronic systems or support structures and install components, units, subassemblies, wiring, and assembly casings using rivets, bolts, soldering, or micro-welding equipment., • Adjust, repair, or replace electrical and electronic components to correct defects and ensure conformance to engineering specifications and quality requirements., • Clean parts and assemblies using appropriate cleaning solutions, air hoses, and cloths to maintain equipment and product integrity., • Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, and reports to determine materials requirements and detailed assembly instructions., • Position, align, and adjust workpieces or electrical parts to facilitate accurate wiring, assembly, and testing., • Use oscilloscopes, voltmeters, analyzers, scopes, and other electrical testing equipment to test circuits, diagnose faults, and verify performance., • Utilize hand tools and soldering equipment to assemble, modify, and repair electronic components and circuits., • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in assemblies to support smooth production and reliable operation., • Confer with supervisors to plan or review work activities, discuss technical issues, and resolve production problems., • Explain assembly procedures, techniques, and best practices to other workers to support training, consistency, and continuous improvement., • Follow established work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards throughout all assembly, testing, and repair activities. Essential Skills • Demonstrated ability to perform electrical and electronic troubleshooting on boards at the component level., • Proficiency using oscilloscopes, voltmeters, analyzers, scopes, and other electrical testing equipment gained through school, internships, or professional experience., • Experience with electronic and electrical assembly, including installing components, units, subassemblies, wiring, and casings., • Strong soldering skills for assembling and repairing electronic components and circuits., • Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, and work orders., • Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving issues in assemblies., • Competence using hand tools and test equipment to assemble, adjust, and repair circuits., • At least 1 year of experience performing component-level troubleshooting and repair of analog and digital circuits., • Trade school certificate in electronics, electrical, or a closely related technical field., • Technical degree such as an associate degree in electronics or a similar discipline preferred. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Associate degree in electrical or electronic engineering or a related field is preferred, • Experience working in an assembly line or manufacturing environment is beneficial., • Experience in electronics and PCB assembly is a plus., • Ability to collaborate with supervisors and colleagues to plan work and resolve production issues., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to following specifications and quality standards., • Willingness to explain assembly procedures and support the training of other team members., • Interest in working on cutting-edge electrical projects involving assembly, testing, and builds. Work Environment This position is based in a manufacturing setting with a team of approximately 30 employees, offering both shop floor and bench work areas. The environment focuses on electronics and PCB assembly, providing exposure to modern and cutting-edge electrical projects. The role follows a daytime schedule, typically 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The workplace emphasizes long-term, contract-to-permanent opportunities, a professional shop environment, and hands-on work with electronic assemblies, test equipment, and tools. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wappingers Falls, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wappingers Falls, NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Wappingers Falls,NY. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. 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