Auto Electrician

Major Recruitment Huddersfield are currently seeking experienced Auto Electrician for our prestigious client based in Batley West Yorkshire

JOB SUMMARY

Required to carry out vehicle electrical installation work on a wide range of HGV based Fire and Rescue Vehicles. The work involves adhering to customer specifications precisely and within set time scales. Often the work must be carried out at high levels and, additionally, from low levels and inspection pits.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY (non-exhaustive)

• Installation of low voltage (12/24v systems) including major controls boards, fuse boxes and harnesses.
• Installation of aftermarket including CCTV systems, tyre pressure monitoring and VDS systems.
• Installation of Fire Service specialist equipment including LED lamps, light bars, siren systems and pump control panels.
• Installation of mains electrical systems (240v) including chassis battery cables, battery charging and 'jump start' systems, auxiliary batteries and RCD/MCB circuits.
• Installation of CANbus systems including controllers, control screens and telematics systems; a working knowledge of CAN is desirable.
• The ability to follow engineering drawings.
• Be competent to use hand tools, including soldering and crimping as part of the role. minimum requirement.
• There may be occasions when you are required to work in other workshop departments.
• Be aware of and adhere to the Company's Health and Safety Policy.
• To undertake any other duties as is reasonably required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in a similar environment desirable.
• A working knowledge of CAN is desirable.
• The ability to read and follow wiring schematics is essential.
• Ideally hold a relevant qualification e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ.
• Self-motivated.
• Be able to work as part of a team or independently as required.
• The ability to work to deadlines.
• Although it is envisaged to initially be a dayshift role, this is a shift working contract.

Must be flexible to work shifts

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