Job Description

Install, maintain and repair electrical wiring, parts and electrical and electronic systems in various types of vehicles, and install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles Key Duties & Responsibilities; Carry out tests on automotive electrical systems to diagnose faults Repair and replace automotive electrical systems such as charging and starting systems Repair and replace electronic systems such as engine management systems, air-conditioning systems, ABS brakes, electronically controlled gearboxes, instrument panels and vehicle computers Install car security and entertainment systems Installing, maintaining, modifying and repairing the electrical wiring and fixtures on cars and trucks.. Technicians who work on newer-model cars must also understand the computers and circuit boards that regulate many of the automobiles' functions Diagnosing problems with the major electrical systems in cars, including the battery, the ignition, the electronic fuel injection, anti-lock braking, cruise control, fixtures and general wiring. This includes listening to complaints by vehicle owners. diagnosing a vehicle's electrical problems and isolating the specific malfunction. Replacing faulty wiring, repairing ignitions, putting in new fuses and installing headlights, lamps or other electrical fixtures. Replace new electrical components, such as headlights or seat warmers, the auto electrician must remove the old components and then install new ones. Modifying electronics or providing custom alterations to a vehicle's electrical system may include adding Global Positioning Systems, Bluetooth equipment or other electrical alterations. In this case, Make the appropriate adjustments to the car's electrical system before adding the new application or equipment. Test a car's electrical systems for performance and safety. Using a variety of diagnostic tools, the electrician will make sure that the car's wiring and major systems are functioning to specification. knowledge of automotive electronics, electrical theory and circuit diagrams knowledge of vehicle components knowledge of basic engineering knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics. Relationship Report to Supervisor Automotive Maintenance Experience: 5 years experience