Smeal is seeking an Electrician I to join their team. The ideal candidate will have the ability to learn and understand complex electrical schematic diagrams, read blueprints, and troubleshoot problem areas. The Electrician I will be responsible for mounting and wiring equipment on trucks, installing and wiring equipment, and using test equipment.
Requirements
- Lift up to 75 lbs. and be in good physical condition.
- Follow all company policies and procedures as stated in the company policy and safety manual.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Actively pursue cost reduction measures.
- Perform all assigned tasks within specific time limits and company standards.
- Must be able to read a tape measure.
- Must comply with all safety regulations regarding the work area, the product and equipment.
- Willing to develop a thorough knowledge of all aspects of this field including products, options, & uses.
- Ability to learn how to read and understand simple blue prints.
- Ability & willingness to be cross trained in respective departments.
- Able to learn about parts and where they are used as well as the number required per assigned task.
- Communicate with department leaders when items run low in order to restock/reorder parts.
- Possess some prior experience from outside of the company or has mastered all the required skills at the previous level in order to advance.
- Willingness to share department and company knowledge as needed.
- Ability to write down information for future reference.
- Daily Functions: Ability to learn, read and fully comprehend complex electrical schematic diagrams and use them to diagnose and troubleshoot problem areas.
- Able to learn about the complete truck chassis electrical system including changing or starting and load management systems.
- Can learn to use test equipment.
- Able to acquire a basic knowledge of electronic controls used on transmission and engines.
- Mount and wire equipment on truck and run/route wiring harnesses throughout the truck body using small hand tools.
- Install and wire equipment including but not limited to lights and light mounts, generator set systems, and intercom systems, including radio interfaces.
- Possess a basic knowledge of basic electric tools, crimpers, side cutters, wire gauge, & pulling wires.
- Ability to consistently read a tape measure accurately.
- Ability to read blueprints, & shop orders etc.
- Ability to run wire in conduit.
- Ability to use a fish tape.
- Ability to identify colors.
