Manufacturing

Mobile Phone Repair Technician

People FOCO·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Onsite
ManufacturingFull TimeOnsite
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JOB PURPOSE

  • Our client is seeking a skilled, reliable and customer-focused Mobile Phone Repair Technician responsible for delivering fast, accurate and high-quality smartphone repair services.
  • The technician will diagnose and repair hardware and software faults across major smartphone brands while ensuring excellent customer service, proper spare-parts management, protection of customer devices and data, and compliance with Maydo's quality standards.
  • The successful candidate must combine technical expertise, speed, accuracy, integrity and strong customer service skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Diagnosis & Repairs

  • Diagnose hardware and software faults accurately on smartphones and related mobile devices.
  • Repair and replace screens, batteries, charging ports, cameras, speakers, microphones, buttons, connectors and other components.
  • Troubleshoot software issues and perform software installations, updates and resets where required.
  • Assess liquid/water-damaged devices and determine repair feasibility.
  • Perform motherboard/component-level diagnosis and repairs where technically possible.
  • Perform micro-soldering and connector/component replacement where required.
  • Work confidently across major smartphone brands, particularly Apple, Samsung and Xiaomi/Redmi.
  • Clearly identify whether a device can be repaired before unnecessary parts or costs are incurred.

Quality Control

  • Test every repaired device systematically before returning it to the customer.
  • Verify key functions including display, touch, charging, cameras, speakers, microphones, connectivity, buttons and other functions affected by the repair.
  • Ensure repairs meet Maydo's technical and quality standards.
  • Minimize repeat repairs and customer returns through accurate diagnosis and quality workmanship.
  • Immediately report any repair that cannot meet the required quality standard.

Repair Turnaround & Productivity

  • Complete repairs within agreed turnaround times while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Prioritize repairs according to customer commitments and operational requirements.
  • Manage multiple repair jobs efficiently.
  • Inform management immediately when a repair may take longer than the timeframe communicated to the customer.

Customer Service

  • Explain faults, repair requirements, pricing and expected repair timelines clearly and professionally to customers.
  • Provide customers with clear information regarding the condition of their devices.
  • Deliver professional, courteous and transparent customer service at all times.
  • Where appropriate, recommend relevant accessories or preventive solutions that can help protect the repaired device, such as screen protectors, cases or charging accessories.
  • Never recommend unnecessary repairs or products solely to increase sales.

Spare Parts, Tools & Repair Records

  • Maintain accurate records of all devices received and repairs performed.
  • Ensure every spare part used is recorded against the corresponding repair/job before the device is released.
  • Maintain accurate records of defective or returned parts.
  • Report damaged, defective, missing or low-stock spare parts promptly.
  • Properly account for repair tools and equipment.
  • Use repair tools, equipment and spare parts responsibly and minimize unnecessary wastage.
  • Maintain a clean, organized and safe repair workstation.

Customer Device & Data Protection

  • Handle all customer devices with strict care and professionalism.
  • Protect customer privacy and maintain strict confidentiality regarding all information and data contained on customer devices.
  • Do not access customer photographs, messages, accounts, files or other personal information unless access is strictly necessary for an authorized diagnostic or repair procedure.
  • Never copy, transfer, disclose or retain customer data.
  • Immediately report any accidental damage or incident involving a customer's device to management.

Technical Development

  • Keep up to date with new smartphone models, technologies, common faults and repair techniques.
  • Continuously improve diagnostic and repair skills.
  • Follow Maydo's technical procedures and participate in product or technical training when required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • Certificate or Diploma in Electronics, Telecommunications, Mobile Phone Repair or a related technical field is preferred.
  • Approximately 2 years or more of practical smartphone repair experience is preferred.
  • Candidates with less experience may be considered if they demonstrate strong technical ability during the practical assessment.
  • Strong practical knowledge of both Android and iOS devices.
  • Experience repairing multiple brands, particularly Apple, Samsung and Xiaomi/Redmi.
  • Strong knowledge of hardware diagnostics and component replacement.
  • Experience with motherboard diagnosis and micro-soldering is highly desirable.
  • Ability to use smartphone diagnostic, repair and micro-soldering tools safely and correctly.
  • Good communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Technical Expertise
  • Accurate Fault Diagnosis
  • Repair Quality
  • Speed & Productivity
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer Service
  • Integrity & Reliability
  • Organization
  • Accountability
  • Customer Data Confidentiality
  • Spare-Parts Control

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The technician's performance will be assessed using indicators including:

  • Quality and reliability of repairs
  • Repair turnaround time
  • Number of successfully completed repairs
  • Repeat repair / customer return rate
  • Accuracy of diagnosis
  • Spare-parts usage and accountability
  • Accuracy of repair records
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Care of customer devices
  • Cleanliness and organization of the technical workspace
  • Compliance with Maydo's repair and customer-service standards
  • Specific targets may be established by Maydo based on repair volumes and operational requirements.

PRACTICAL TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT

  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a practical technical assessment before final selection.

The assessment may include:

  • Hardware fault diagnosis
  • Smartphone disassembly and reassembly
  • Screen and/or battery replacement
  • Charging-port or connector diagnosis
  • Software troubleshooting
  • Post-repair quality-control testing
  • Identification and correct use of repair tools
  • Micro-soldering or board-level diagnosis for candidates claiming advanced repair skills
  • Final selection will be based on demonstrated practical ability, repair quality, diagnostic skills, working method and customer-service attitude not solely on qualifications or years of experience.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDDiploma

At a glance

Company

People FOCO

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 6, 2026