Electrical Technician: Diagnostic Troubleshooting & Testing

The Shyft Group USA, Inc; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Work/Life & Growth

Job summary

Aebi Schmidt Group is seeking an Electrical Technician to provide electrical system support, troubleshoot complex issues, assist with engineering changes, and test electrical functions across our product lines. Expect to work with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of automotive electrical experience, familiarity with schematics and diagnostic equipment, and a strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required (Associate Technical Degree preferred).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience electrical system support preferably in automotive.
• Excellent attendance.
• Positive attitude.
• Strong and consistent attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to stay on task.
• Team oriented.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Experience using schematics, electrical diagnostic equipment, and applicable computer equipment.
• Formal schooling and training on electrical systems and electronics preferred.
• Knowledge of basic automotive wiring theory and application.
• Cab electrical experience preferred.
• Able to: Accumulate tools and equipment required to perform assigned tasks; Work overtime on short notice.
• Willing to: Learn and rotate within all assembly areas; Improve self / area / company (including pursuing additional training, if needed); Develop a working knowledge of Spartan’s systems (example: AS/400); Train coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and solve complex electrical problems
• Install missing components as needed
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting
• Eliminate any potential defects based on write-ups and self-inspection
• Assist with major reworks and projects
• Document and report electrical defects to Quality
• Lead resolution of electrical defects and reworks
• Interact with Electrical Engineering on current manufacturing issues
• Maintain electrical documentation for shop floor applications
• Perform function tests
• Lead quality, cost, and productivity improvement efforts
• Support manufacturing and OEM service
• Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete duties in assigned area
• Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, etcetera, as required by a particular area
• Perform rework, as needed
• Self-check work and inspect prior processes
• Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required
• Meet production goals
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Initiate process improvements
• Support 5S in work area
• Communicate with manufacturing and other cross‑functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
• Work in proximity with customer, as needed
• Solve complex problems with minimal assistance

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Self-motivated

Good attendance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate Technical Degree preferred

Tools

Electrical diagnostic equipment

Schematics

Job description

Aebi Schmidt Group is seeking an Electrical Technician to provide electrical system support, troubleshoot complex issues, assist with engineering changes, and test electrical functions across our product lines. Expect to work with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of automotive electrical experience, familiarity with schematics and diagnostic equipment, and a strong attention to detail.