Electronics Repair Technician

Company: Essential X
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Location: Blackburn
Job Description:

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Electronics Repair Technician specialising in laptop, computer and electronic motherboard fault finding and component-level repair.

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The successful candidate will diagnose hardware faults, carry out high-quality motherboard repairs and fully test devices before completion.

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Key Responsibilities

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Diagnose no-power, no-display, no-POST, charging and intermittent faults.

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Identify short circuits, damaged components and missing voltage rails.

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Carry out component-level motherboard repairs.

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Test and replace MOSFETs, capacitors, resistors, diodes, coils, ICs and connectors.

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Repair charging circuits, power circuits, USB-C ports and display circuits.

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Read, programme and replace BIOS, EC and firmware chips.

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Use motherboard schematics, boardview files and component datasheets.

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Perform micro-soldering, hot-air rework and track or pad repairs.

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Use diagnostic equipment including multimeters, bench power supplies, thermal cameras and BIOS programmers.

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Diagnose liquid damage and physical motherboard damage.

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Complete full testing after repairs to confirm device stability and functionality.

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Record faults, repairs completed and parts used.

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Maintain a clean, organised and ESD-safe work area.

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Requirements

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Previous experience in laptop or computer motherboard repair.

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Strong motherboard fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

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Experience with component-level electronics repair.

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Good soldering and micro-soldering ability.

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Ability to use multimeters, bench power supplies and diagnostic equipment.

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Experience reading schematics and boardview files.

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Knowledge of BIOS programming and firmware repair.

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Understanding of electronic circuits, power rails and motherboard power sequencing.

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Ability to work independently and complete repairs to a high standard.

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Strong attention to detail and good time-management skills.

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Experience repairing gaming laptops, graphics faults, USB-C charging circuits and BIOS-related faults would be an advantage.

Posted: August 21st, 2026