Electronic Technician

Scientific Drilling is looking for an Electronic Technician to join our Applied Technologies Center in Paso Robles, CA. Scientific Drilling is an independent directional drilling and wellbore navigation, surveying, and logging service company serving customers in oil & gas and sustainable geothermal worldwide. We are motivated by crafting innovative solutions to technically challenging problems that support and advance our energy future.

Nestled between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the California Central Coast is described as the happiest place on earth. The area features 200+ wineries, fresh air, miles of beautiful beaches, and small-town appeal.

Our Electronic Technician will work in our Manufacturing team and is expected to perform the essential duties listed below. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Tests electronic assemblies using a written procedure.
• Uses multimeters and oscilloscopes to measure voltages and waveforms.
• Troubleshoots test failures to board level.
• Writes failure reports.
• Works with Test Technicians to solve failures.
• Responsible for the electronic equipment and tools in his or her work area.
• Manages work station and practices good housekeeping techniques.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Pursues every job with drive and determination.
• Uses logic to solve problems with effective solutions.
• Performs other relevant duties as required.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to identify electronic components on schematics and circuit boards.
• Must understand common electronic concepts, such as current, voltage, resistance, and Ohm's Law.
• Must be able to read and understand electronic schematics.
• The ability to use correct soldering techniques is a plus.
• Ability to present oneself with professional appearance and behavior in accordance with ATC dress code and SDI Code of Conduct.
• Ability to meet all SDI/ATC safety requirements.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to read, communicate, and understand the English language.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers and peers, both written and verbally.
• Adhere to established company procedures and policies, work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.
• Possess the ability to be interactive with management staff and co-workers.
• The ability to use a word processor and a spreadsheet is preferred.

Education, Experience, Certification, and Training:

• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• An Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent experience required.
• 0-2 years experience in the field of electronics preferred.

Location, Physical Requirements, and PPE:

Manufacturing:

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see , write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 25 lbs. and under, perceive depth, and operate motor equipment.
• Conditions include working inside. Working around moving objects, machines with moving parts. Working around radiant and electrical energy. Work with heated soldering iron and flux. Working closely with others, working alone, working extended or irregular hours. Working environment may include but not limited to, intermittent noise, fumes, smoke, grease, dust, oils and solvents.
• Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing the essential job function include but not limited to computer and related equipment, calculator, special instrumentation, hand tools, power tools, air tools, microscope and telephone. Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to, safety glasses, reinforced toed shoes, gloves, and ear plugs or muffs.

This job description describes the general duties and responsibilities, and physical requirements associated with the position; it is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required for the position.

The general duties and responsibilities and physical requirements associated with the position are subject to modification in order to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some physical requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health or safety to themselves or others.

This job description neither states nor implies that the listed general duties and responsibilities and physical requirements associated with the position are the only tasks expected of an employee. An employee is also required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related tasks requested by their supervisor and not in violation of any applicable laws, regulations, or rules.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To perform this job successfully, an employee must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty, responsibility, and physical requirement proficiently.

Employment at Scientific Drilling International is on an "at-will" basis.