Repair Technician

Responsibilities

• Support operations at North America repair and refurbished manufacturing center, specializing in Digital Video Recorder (DVR) systems and peripherals.
• Perform physical repairs and advanced troubleshooting beyond standard repair processes.
• Perform component‑level repairs on PCBAs and subassemblies.
• Replace and rework components using advanced soldering techniques (SMD, BGA, micro‑soldering).
• Interpret schematics, engineering documents, and inspection reports.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Customer Service teams to ensure quality repairs.
• Document repair actions and provide recommendations for replacements.
• Operate within SAP for defect tracking and resolution.

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Associate degree or higher in a related technical field (preferred).
• 2+ years of recent progressive experience in electronic component‑level repair.
• Proven experience with digital electronics including microcontrollers, memory, FPGAs, and low‑power signals.
• Expertise in soldering and rework in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Familiarity with ESD practices and safe handling procedures.
• IPC Certification (e.g., IPC J‑STD‑001 or IPC‑7711/7721) required prior to start.
• Physical requirement: sitting role; must be able to lift 10‑50 lbs.
• Shift timing: 6 AM‑2:30 PM.
• Hold a valid IPC soldering certification prior to employment.

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full‑time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through Met Life. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full‑time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full‑time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Employees aged 21 or older may invest in the plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates:
January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1.

Technical Certification Bonus: Award up to $500 for an approved professional certification related to your current position, achieved during employment. Awarded 90 days after Synectics office receives documentation of successful completion. One bonus per calendar year per employee; only current active employees eligible.

Synectics is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Allen, TX

Entry level

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