Automotive Electrician

Shift Overview

Monday - Thursday, four 10‑hour days 6:00am–4:30pm.

The positions within Electrician I are responsible for checking and completing work processes for the assigned tasks. The employee performs a variety of tasks such as assembling, installing, routing, and wiring electrical parts together for the next process. The employee uses a variety of hand tools including but not limited to drills, hole saws, crimpers, wire cutters, strippers, electric drivers, etc.

They must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• Communicate verbally with co‑workers to keep a safe working environment
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
• Assemble, wire, install, and route electrical parts
• Use hand tools including crimpers, wire cutters, strippers, tie‑wrap gun, electric drivers, etc.
• Drill, clean, and organize electrical parts
• Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
• Read and interpret wire harness prints
• Read and interpret wire schematics
• Review work orders and schedules
• Work with wires, harnesses, and cables and understand/ensure proper routing in vehicle
• Assist with electrical reworks and repairs
• Assist in inventory of parts
• Assist co‑workers with lifting parts
• Recognize the differences in parts and tools
• Sweep and clean shop area
• Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record
• Work overtime as needed
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

• Operate a forklift to transport parts to and from designated areas
• Use a cart to push/pull equipment and parts to and from designated areas
• Use a computer to track down parts if necessary
• Route wires, harnesses, and cables

• 1 or more years of relevant experience OR a High School Diploma or equivalent education
• Previous Electro‑Mechanical Experience

• Associate’s Degree in Automotive Mechanics or Electro‑Mechanical or equivalent
• Previous maintenance or operational experience
• Previous experience as a Pierce team member or contractor

• All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Perform all assigned tasks
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
• Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions
• Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment
• Hear safety alarms and other co‑workers
• Perform basic counting tasks
• Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and wire harness prints effectively
• Follow instructions from supervisors and other co‑workers
• Understand and identify safety issues
• Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor
• Maintain balance when climbing on a portable step, ladders, and trucks
• Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
• Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co‑workers with heavy lifting of parts
• Distinguish the difference in color of wires, harnesses, and cables
• Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively
• Remember task sequence and safety constraints

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