Automotive Electrician - 1st Shift + per hr

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. Since 1913, we have evolved from building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineered pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that set the standard for performance under the toughest conditions. Today, more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses operate on the road, making a difference in people’s lives every day.

• Competitive pay based on experience and education, starting at $20.96+ per hour.
• Comprehensive benefit package available Day 1: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships, and more).
• Annual cost‑of‑living increase with eligibility after 90‑day and annual reviews.
• Job stability and opportunities for career growth.
• Hands‑on approach with a customer‑focused, teamwork‑oriented culture.
• Respectful leaders and a people‑first culture.
• Hiring immediately.

The electrician is responsible for installing and connecting various electrical wiring systems on heavy trucks, ensuring all systems operate correctly for each unit.

• Install and connect various electrical wiring systems.
• Install rough electrical conductors and boxes according to blueprints.
• Pull wires and harnesses through chassis or body.
• Mount standard and optional equipment and all necessary electrical wiring.
• Conduct functional tests of electrical systems.
• Correct or adjust any identified problems.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Regular attendance required.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned.

• Six months or more related experience.

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Technical degree or certificate in automotive technology, diesel, electro‑mechanical, or related field.
• Experience in truck electrical repair and diagnostics.
• Demonstrated experience using various small and pneumatic hand tools.
• Knowledge of AC/DC electricity.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, shop orders, and computer ordering and inventory programs.

• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Sense of sound and balance required.
• Limb and finger dexterity required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform twisting, turning, bending, climbing, pushing, and pulling motions.
• Ability to lift at least 35 lbs.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) – steel‑toe shoes, safety glasses, vest.

Work conditions include indoor and outdoor environments with temperatures ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold for extended periods. The position is regularly exposed to vibration and loud noises. Oshkosh is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities; assistance or accommodation requests can be made to our talent acquisition team via corporate tale

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit‑based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic.

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