EV High-Voltage Technician – Hybrid & Battery Systems

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialized EV tools

Advanced EV training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Electrician in Gauteng (Tembisa) to diagnose, repair, and maintain high‑voltage electrical systems in hybrid and electric vehicles. The role includes battery testing, charging infrastructure, and CAN bus diagnostics.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of automotive electrical experience with HV exposure, strong safety practices, and the ability to read complex schematics. Join a forward‑looking workshop embracing EV tech.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in automotive electrical systems.
• Experience with high-voltage safety practices is essential.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in hybrid and electric vehicles, focusing on high-voltage systems.
• Service and maintain EV battery systems, including testing and replacement.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot charging stations and related infrastructure.
• Perform diagnostics on complex electrical systems, including CAN bus.
• Conduct routine electrical maintenance and inspections.
• Interpret wiring diagrams for various vehicle models.
• Ensure safety regulations and HV standards are followed.
• Collaborate with technicians to resolve issues.
• Maintain service records and parts inventory.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

High-voltage systems

Hybrid/EV knowledge

Reading schematics

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Vocational certification in Automotive Electrical Systems

Tools

EV diagnostic tools

CAN bus diagnostics

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Electrician in Gauteng (Tembisa) to diagnose, repair, and maintain high‑voltage electrical systems in hybrid and electric vehicles. The role includes battery testing, charging infrastructure, and CAN bus diagnostics.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of automotive electrical experience with HV exposure, strong safety practices, and the ability to read complex schematics. Join a forward‑looking workshop embracing EV tech.