Electrician I

REV Group, Inc.•Snyder, NE

About The Position

Smeal, a REV Group brand, is recognized as a premier manufacturer, inventor, and innovator of custom fire apparatus. The company offers a full line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescue pumpers, aerial ladders, and urban interface vehicles. Smeal is committed to leading the industry in high-quality fire apparatus, delivery times and customer experience. Smeal sells its products worldwide and is based in Snyder, NE. Smeal Apparatus is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets. REV Group’s extensive vehicle line-up includes models such as ambulances, fire trucks, terminal trucks, RV’s and much more. Our 5,000+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on whether for a family trip across the U.S. or when responding to an emergency. Rev Group is a veteran friendly employer and hires over 200 veterans and or those transferring out of the military each year. The specific statements show in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Smeal Fire Apparatus recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation the enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

Follow standard operating procedures as well as written and verbal orders and instructions in English.
Lift up to 75 lbs. and be in good physical condition. Standing, bending, and climbing as well as upper body and back strength required.
Follow all company policies and procedures as stated in the company policy and safety manual including wearing safety glasses, ear protection, and steel toed shoes.
Able to work in a noisy environment.
Work overtime as needed.
Actively pursue cost reduction measures.
Perform all assigned tasks within specific time limits and company standards.
Must be able to read a tape measure.
Must comply with all safety regulations regarding the work area, the product and equipment. Recognize and report all safety discrepancies to your supervisor.
Willing to develop a thorough knowledge of all aspects of this field including products, options, & uses.
Ability to learn how to read and understand simple blue prints.
Ability & willingness to be cross trained in respective departments.
Able to learn about parts and where they are used as well as the number required per assigned task.
Communicate with department leaders when items run low in order to restock/reorder parts.
Possess some prior experience from outside of the company or has mastered all the required skills at the previous level in order to advance.
Willingness to share department and company knowledge as needed.
Ability to write down information for future reference.
Ability to learn, read and fully comprehend complex electrical schematic diagrams and use them to diagnose and troubleshoot problem areas.
Able to learn about the complete truck chassis electrical system including changing or starting and load management systems.
Can learn to use test equipment.
Able to acquire a basic knowledge of electronic controls used on transmission and engines. The use of the data reader and laptop may require further education to keep updated on changes in vehicle electronics.
Mount and wire equipment on truck and run/route wiring harnesses throughout the truck body using small hand tools. Requires wrist strength.
Install and wire equipment including but not limited to lights and light mounts, generator set systems, and intercom systems, including radio interfaces.
Possess a basic knowledge of basic electric tools, crimpers, side cutters, wire gauge, & pulling wires.
Ability to consistently read a tape measure accurately.
Ability to read blueprints, & shop orders etc.
Ability to run wire in conduit.
Ability to use a fish tape.
Ability to identify colors.
Perform other duties as assigned.