Automotive Electrician

Dream Booster Engineering NZ; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Dream Booster Engineering NZ in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Automotive Electrician to join our team. You will work on heavy vehicles, custom truck builds, trailers, and transport equipment in a modern workshop.

The role offers a supportive environment, ongoing training, and development opportunities. You will diagnose faults, install wiring systems, battery and charging systems, GPS tracking, and read wiring diagrams to deliver high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as automotive electrician and fitter.
• Experience on heavy vehicles, trucks, trailers, or commercial vehicles preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in heavy vehicles, trucks, and trailers.
• Install and maintain vehicle wiring systems, lighting, beacons, cameras, sensors, and electronic equipment.
• Fit and service battery systems, charging systems, alternators, and starter motors.
• Install GPS tracking, telematics, and safety systems.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical specifications.
• Assist with custom truck builds and specialised transport equipment projects.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and complies with health and safety requirements.

Skills

Automotive electrical

Fault diagnosis

Wiring diagrams

Heavy vehicles

Team player

Attention to detail

Independent work

Read technical drawings

Tools

GPS tracking

Telematics

Job description

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Dream Booster Engineering is a fast-growing New Zealand-owned engineering company specialising in custom truck body building, heavy transport engineering, truck repairs, maintenance, and fabrication solutions. Based in Hamilton, we design, build, and maintain a wide range of heavy vehicles and transport equipment for customers throughout New Zealand.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Automotive Electrician to join our growing team in Hamilton. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of heavy vehicles, custom truck builds, trailers, and transport equipment within a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in heavy vehicles, trucks, and trailers.
• Install and maintain vehicle wiring systems, lighting, beacons, cameras, sensors, and electronic equipment.
• Fit and service battery systems, charging systems, alternators, and starter motors.
• Install and troubleshoot GPS tracking, telematics, and safety systems.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical specifications.
• Assist with custom truck builds and specialised transport equipment projects.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and complies with health and safety requirements.

Skills and Experience Required

• work experience of 1 year as automotive electrician and fitter.
• Experience working on heavy vehicles, trucks, trailers, or commercial vehicles is preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Opportunity to work on innovative custom truck and trailer projects.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Modern workshop and equipment.

Location

6 Newton Place, Frankton, Hamilton 3204

Phone: [phone]

Hours of Work: Minimum 30 hours per week upon maximum 50 hours