GPU Repair Technician (Chip-Level / Board-Level): 250 Technology Dr, Canonsburg, PA 15317 ( Onsite )

Job Title: GPU Repair Technician (Chip-Level / Board-Level

Location: 250 Technology Dr, Canonsburg, PA 15317 ( Onsite )
Duration: 12-Month Contract

Contract Role: W2

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled GPU Repair Technician with expertise in electronics troubleshooting and board-level diagnostics. The ideal candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining GPU cards, ranging from basic fixes such as cleaning and driver troubleshooting to advanced component-level repairs including VRAM replacement and GPU reballing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end diagnostics and repair of NVIDIA GPU cards.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting including cleaning, reseating components, and verifying drivers, power, and thermal performance.
• Identify and resolve hardware faults such as power issues, VRAM failures, PCB damage, burnt fuses, and short circuits.
• Execute component-level repairs including soldering, hot-air rework, and replacement of faulty components.
• Perform advanced repairs such as GPU core reballing and VRM repairs.
• Handle thermal management tasks including thermal paste replacement, thermal pad servicing, and cooling system optimization.
• Conduct software-level troubleshooting including driver cleanup, overclock rollback, firmware/BIOS checks, and GPU monitoring.
• Maintain proper ESD safety standards and ensure safe handling of electronic components.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in multimeter usage (continuity, resistance, voltage testing).
• Strong experience in soldering and hot-air rework techniques.
• Solid understanding of GPU architecture, VRAM, VRMs, and PCB-level faults.
• Ability to diagnose power, thermal, and firmware-related issues.
• Knowledge of GPU drivers, system logs, and diagnostic tools.
• Hands-on experience with component-level troubleshooting and repair.

Tools & Equipment

• Multimeter
• Hot air rework station & soldering station
• Bench power supply
• ESD protection equipment
• Cleaning tools and thermal materials

Common Repair Tasks

• Reseating GPU cards and power connectors
• Cleaning dust, oxidation, and replacing thermal paste
• Replacing damaged thermal pads or cooling fans
• Diagnosing and replacing faulty VRAM and power components
• Performing GPU core rebelling (advanced level)

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Electronics, Hardware Engineering, or related field (preferred but not mandatory).
• Prior hands-on experience in GPU, motherboard, or electronic board repair.
• Familiarity with BIOS/firmware flashing and debugging tools.

Learning & Growth Path

• Start with basic software and thermal troubleshooting
• Progress to board-level diagnostics using multimeters
• Advance to soldering, VRAM replacement, and GPU reballing
• Practice on non-functional/old GPUs before handling high-value hardware