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ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT TECHNICIAN

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JOB DESCRIPTION

An electronic circuit technician diagnoses, repairs, and tests electronic devices and components such as printed circuit boards (PCBs), sensors, power supplies, and communication modules. They use measuring instruments, soldering tools, and diagnostic software.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Service centers and repair workshops
  • Manufacturing plants and electronics labs
  • Technical departments in industry, telecommunications, automotive, and medical electronics
  • Indoor work, often seated, using magnification tools

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALITIES

Technical Skills:

  • Reading electrical schematics and technical documentation
  • Soldering and micro-soldering
  • Using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and diagnostic tools
  • Fault diagnosis and component replacement

Personal Qualities:

  • Precision and patience
  • Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
  • Analytical thinking
  • Independence and accountability

JOB CONTRAINDICATIONS

  • Severe visual impairments (especially near vision)
  • Hand tremors or impaired fine motor control
  • Neurological disorders affecting focus or coordination
  • Mental health conditions that hinder performance under pressure
  • Allergies to solder, dust, or chemicals

KEY COMPETENCIES FOR THE JOB MARKET

  • Maintenance and repair of electronic devices
  • Fault diagnostics and troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of safety standards and ESD protection
  • Working with technical tools and documentation
  • Lifelong learning and teamwork readiness
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