Truck Electronics Technician

Truck and Trailer Specialties, Inc.•Genoa Charter Township, MI

3h•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for custom electronic installation of customer’s trucks. This role supports daily functions including installing electric circuits (wiring) for various electrical accessories such as lighting, automatic salting controls, sensors, and switches. The technician will utilize prints and diagrams for electrical systems in truck build-up processes, communicate regularly with the Team Leader and Operations Manager to assess assigned jobs and identify necessary parts and materials, and work cooperatively and proactively with customers. The position also involves developing continual process improvement with managers and co-workers, parts delivery and pickup, and janitorial work beyond keeping the work area uncluttered and swept. The role requires working 47.5 hour weeks with some Saturdays as needed, and performing other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements

General comprehension of, and experience in, the truck build up process
General understanding of truck components
General understanding of electrical circuits, including knowledge of laws of current flows as it relates to voltage drop in determining wire size required in various circuits
General mechanical aptitude
Ability to work alone with minimal or no supervision
Ability to use hand tools
Follow all company safety rules and policies and operate equipment in a safe manner
Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions, diagrams, schematics, and prints
Ability to effectively perform job functions with input from manager and customers
Great attitude and ability to work with others
Good communication skills, written and verbal
High school diploma or equivalent
Current regular driver’s license to move our vehicles
Forklift operator certification
Overhead crane operator certification
Experience installing electric components such as lighting and controls, with and understanding of 12v relays
Knowledge and experience in efficient wiring, drilling holes, making connections, and soldering
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen (including THC/marijuana), physical, and background check
Must be able to work from 6am-3:30pm Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computers and various software programs
Knowledge of on-board truck computer controls; including electrical multiplexing and CAN Bus systems

Responsibilities

Install electric circuits (wiring) for various electrical accessories including lighting, automatic salting controls, sensors, and switches
Utilize prints and diagrams electrical systems in truck build-up processes
Regular communication with Team Leader and Operations Manager to assess assigned job and identify parts and materials required for build up
Working cooperatively and proactively with customers
Develop continual process improvement with managers and co-workers
Parts delivery and pickup
Janitorial work beyond keeping work area uncluttered and swept
Work 47.5 hour weeks with some Saturdays as needed
Other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization