Job Description:

• 1) Tests function of electronic assemblies, components, and parts according to established procedures, using computerized or standard test equipment: Connects electronic assembly, component, or part to test instrument, such as ohmmeter, voltmeter, ammeter, resistance bridge, or oscilloscope, or to automatic or computerized test equipment, and turns switch to actuate test equipment.

• 2) Reads instrument dial or scope, or observes viewing screen, that indicates resistance, capacitance, continuity, and wave pattern or defect, such as short circuit or current leakage.

• 3) Compares instrument reading or monitor display with standard and rejects defective units.

• 4) Records type and quantity of defect.

• 5) May verify dimensions of parts, using standard gauges.

• 6) May examine assembly, component, or part for defects, such as short leads, bent plate, or cracked seal.

• 7) May tend equipment that subjects unit to stress prior to testing.

• 8) May replace defective components or repair defective wiring after testing.

• 9) May operate burn-in oven to elevate printed circuit board temperature prior to testing.

• 10) May adjust circuits in radios and televisions for maximum signal response.

• 11) May be designated according to unit tested or test equipment used as Auto-Test Equipment Operator; Solid State Tester; Tester, Printed Circuit Boards; Tube Tester.