Job Purpose
The Auto Electrician will inspect, install, repair and maintain electronic systems in Light and Heavy-Duty Vehicles. This will involve using advanced diagnostic equipment, hand tools and specialized electrical instruments and will typically include vehicle repairs on electrical wiring, repair vehicle safety systems and troubleshoot. Fixing alternators, air conditioning systems and lights.
Summary of Key Responsibilities:
- Install electrical devices such as gauges, lighting, alternators, starter motors, key switches, and relays in small vehicles, Trucks, and other equipment.
- Test instruments and read circuit diagrams to find electrical faults, adjusting engine control systems and timing to ensure vehicles are running at peak performance
- Test, recondition (repair), and replace faulty alternators, generators, starter motors, and related items such as voltage regulators and batteries, and repair or replace faulty ignition systems, electrical wiring, fuses, lamps, and switches.
- Carry out routine safety checks, inspect wiring harnesses, and keep accurate job cards and spare parts logs
- Testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring for equipment. Insulation meter to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
- Assess what repairs and/or part replacements are most suitable and of the correct specification for any given fault
- Implement repairs and/or part replacements to manufacturer standards of quality and safety
- Inspecting electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with Standard electrical codes.
- Calibrate and service electronic controls on heavy machinery such as forklift, trucks, and commercial buses.
Primary Areas of Accountability:
Qualifications and Experience
- Must have a Trade qualification in advanced motor vehicle auto-electrical/electronic systems and techniques
- Must have a minimum of 2-4 years and above practical experience as an auto-electrician
- Proven knowledge of Auto -Electrical systems.
- A progressive of 2 years practical experience in repairs of electrical systems of heavy-duty vehicles like trucks and forklifts is preferred
- Ability to share technical/practical skills on machinery and equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical systems.
- Must be prepared to work shifts and overtime when required
- Must be experienced in assessing electrical faults of all kinds on heavy trucks and trailers
- Must be prepared to attend to vehicle breakdowns after normal working hours
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