Automotive Electrical Technician

Compunnel Inc.; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Compunnel Inc. is seeking skilled Automotive Electrical Technicians for a 12-month contract in Wentzville, MO. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing vehicle electrical systems to OEM standards. Candidates should possess an Associates Degree or relevant certification, with at least five years of experience in automotive electrical work. Join a leading aerospace and defense client and contribute your expertise in a dynamic assembly facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an electrical repair technician.
• Ability to read and interpret automotive diagnostic equipment.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose electrical system faults and repair wiring to OEM standards.
• Provide mentoring/coaching at an OEM vehicle assembly facility.
• Maintain a clean working environment and complete job reports.

Skills

Complex problem-solving

Ability to work in confined spaces

Advanced knowledge of electrical systems

Education

Associates Degree or Certificate in Automotive Technology

Job description

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Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $40.00/hr

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Duration: 12 Months (Temp to Perm)

Client: One of the largest Aerospace and Defense companies in the US

Overview:

The client is looking for skilled Automotive Electrical Technicians in the Fort Wentzville, MO Area. This position is responsible for diagnosing electrical system circuit faults and repairing electrical wiring to OEM standards, diagnosing problems with all vehicle electrical systems, repairing damaged electrical parts, and maintaining electrical repair equipment for an automotive manufacturer.

Duties:

• Provide weekday and some weekend on-site vehicle repair or repair person mentoring/coaching at an OEM vehicle assembly facility: shift hours could be 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift (team has a schedule rotation, schedule to change based on assigned rotation).
• Diagnose electrical issues and execute a course of action.
• Provide on-site leadership with estimated time for repairs.
• Repair and/or replace faulty wiring, connectors, or electrical systems.
• Install new vehicle wiring systems per OEM standards.
• Repair and troubleshoot immobilizer and alarm systems.
• Service of electrical automotive parts.
• Service and repair electrical systems on new OEM vehicles.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Complete job reports and processing paperwork.
• Instruct and guide other repair personnel to improve their understanding of vehicle electrical systems and subsystems.
• Present and demonstrate efficient and effective methods of diagnosing and correcting vehicle electrical systems and sub-system deficiencies.
• Conduct root cause analysis to accurately identify the cause(s) of vehicle deficiencies.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for other repair personnel by providing interpretation of vehicle electrical system architectures and schematics.
• Communicate and share lessons learned with site leadership and other repair personnel on a timely basis.
• Travel occasionally required (as needed) to work sites in other states.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or Certificate in Automotive Technology, engineering or other related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an electrical repair technician
• Advanced knowledge of modern vehicular electrical systems
• Ability to work in confined vehicle spaces
• Complex problem-solving skills
• Ability to work standing or in a crouched position for long periods
• Ability to distinguish subtle color variations
• Demonstrated knowledge of automotive systems from an advanced diagnostics perspective
• Ability to read and interpret a digital multimeter, OEM diagnostic scan tool and other automotive related diagnostic test equipment
• Ability to effectively conduct one-on-one and small group discussions
• Ability to interpret early engineering level electrical schematic diagrams
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Valid Driver's License

Desired Skills:

• ASE certifications.
• Experience as a shop foreman or lead technician.
• Automotive electrical schematic development experience.
• Automotive Technical Assistance Center Experience.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Production, and Other

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing, and Repair and Maintenance

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