Automotive Maintenance Technician

Michigan Center, Michigan

Truck and Trailer Specialties, Inc.
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Job Title: TRUCK ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN

Reports to: Truck Electronics Team Leader/Director of Operations

Department: Operations

Job Summary:

Responsible for custom electronic installation of customer's trucks.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

Support daily functions including, but not limited to:

  • Install electric circuits (wiring) for various electrical accessories including lighting, automatic salting controls, sensors, and switches
  • Utilize prints and diagrams electrical systems in truck build-up processes
  • Regular communication with Team Leader and Operations Manager to assess assigned job and identify parts and materials required for build up
  • Working cooperatively and proactively with customers
  • Develop continual process improvement with managers and co-workers
  • Parts delivery and pickup
  • Janitorial work beyond keeping work area uncluttered and swept
  • Work a 10-hour shift Monday through Friday, and a 4 hour shift two Saturdays a month
  • Other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • General comprehension of, and experience in, the truck build up process
  • General understanding of truck components
  • General understanding of electrical circuits, including knowledge of laws of current flows as it relates to voltage drop in determining wire size required in various circuits
  • General mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work alone with minimal or no supervision
  • Ability to use hand tools
  • Follow all company safety rules and policies and operate equipment in a safe manner
  • Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions, diagrams, schematics, and prints
  • Ability to effectively perform job functions with input from manager and customers
  • Great attitude and ability to work with others
  • Good communication skills, written and verbal
  • Knowledge of computers and various software programs is desirable
  • Knowledge of on-board truck computer controls; including electrical multiplexing and CAN Bus systems is desirable

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current regular driver's license to move our vehicles
  • Forklift operator certification
  • Overhead crane operator certification
  • Experience installing electric components such as lighting and controls, with and understanding of 12v relays
  • Knowledge and experience in efficient wiring, drilling holes, making connections, and soldering

Physical Requirements (representative but not exhaustive):

  • Sitting, crouching, kneeling
  • Fit in tight spaces
  • Manual finger dexterity
  • Heavy lifting; 50 pounds or more
  • Twisting, bending, reaching, and stretching
  • Long periods of standing
  • Exposure to shop noise and dust
  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts and vehicles
  • Exposure to hot and cold temperatures

Core Values:

  • Integrity with a strong moral compass
  • Exceptional work ethic with grit
  • Team player attitude
  • Innovation

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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Date Posted: 21 April 2025
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