Electrical Repair Technician 4

Company: Sterling Engineering Inc.
Location: West Columbia
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Title: Electrical Repair Technician Location: West Columbia, SC Hire Type: Contract to Hire Schedule : Mon-Fri, 8a - 6p Pay: $30-$32/hr Benefits: Insurance (Health, Medical, Dental), PTO, and more We are seeking a skilled Repair Technician to join our operations team. In this role, you will perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, rework, and repair of electronic assemblies, PCBAs, wiring harnesses, and mechanical components to restore units to full functional condition. All work must meet IPC standards, customer requirements, and ESD-safe handling practices. Job Duties: Perform diagnostics, testing, calibration, and troubleshooting of electronic and mechanical assemblies. Execute component-level and board-level rework in accordance with IPC-7711/7721 standards. Perform soldering, de-soldering, component replacement, wiring, and mechanical assembly per work instructions. Inspect and rework PCBAs, connectors, wiring harnesses, and solder joints to IPC Class 2 and 3 standards. Operate diagnostic and test equipment including oscilloscopes, meters, power supplies, microscopes, and programmable auto-testers. Use soldering stations, hot-air rework tools, hand tools, and ESD-safe equipment. Identify nonconforming conditions and apply corrective actions aligned with quality and customer requirements. Maintain accurate job tracking, component usage records, and part traceability documentation. Pick components, prepare repair/rework kits, and support part verification processes. Ensure proper material handling and ESD-compliant storage practices. Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to report defects, trends, and improvement opportunities. Follow all safety, environmental, and company policies. Assist and train coworkers as needed and provide feedback on product or process improvements. Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree, military, or vocational training preferred. 6 years of electronics repair or rework experience Strong experience with PCBAs, component-level repair, and IPC workmanship standards. IPC-A-610 and/or Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) certification required Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and technical work instructions. Proficiency with diagnostic tools, soldering, and ESD-safe practices. Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and quality standards. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive or detailed manual work. Commitment to safety and teamwork in a production environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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