Automotive Electrician – Heavy Trucks & Custom Builds

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

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.