12v Electrician

Job Description

ROSENBAUER STATEMENT

At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the worlds largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe.

POSITION SUMMARY

The 12v Electrician will routes wires for the fire apparatus equipment as directed by wire diagrams and other technical drawings. They will be required to install 12v accessories such as sensers and lights. The 12v Electrician will also be expected to fabricate boxes, mounts, and other equipment required to complete the electrical installation according to the blueprint.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

All employees are required to support Rosenbauers Mission, Vision, and Values. The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer.

1. Routes 12v electrical wires to equipment and follows a wire diagram.
2. Connects lights, hose reals and other accessories to electrical box.
3. Fabricates boxes, mounts, and other equipment required to complete the electrical installation according to the blueprint.
4. Communicates with fabricators to have a complete installation.
5. Fabricates wire harnesses to complete installation as needed.
6. Utilizes basic hand tools as needed to complete objectives.
7. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by management to meet the needs of the company.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:

• High School Diploma/GED.

Preferred Education:

• None.

Required Experience:

• Knowledge of DC electrical equipment and 6 months of related experience.

Preferred Experience:

• None.

Position Requirements:

• Knowledge of basic inspection tools, machining skills or related fields.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Able to follow written and verbal directions and do so with a positive attitude.
• Able to read and work from blueprints/spec book.
• Ability to identify quality issues and recognize changes within ones production process and make the needed adjustments.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately and precisely and have a basic understanding on how to use basic hand tools, shear, and brake press.
• Understand the need to support the organization to work effectively by adhering to the attendance and punctuality standards and does not burden co-workers and supervisors unfairly with unnecessary and unplanned absences and lateness.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and work well in a team environment.
• Understand basic D/C 12v electrical theories.
• You recognize the importance and adherence to all safety policies in order to promote a safe working environment, for everyone at the organization.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

• Ability to perform simple tasks, such as typing a letter and using basic commands such as setting tabs, opening and closing files, simple formulas.
• Prior experience with a computer terminal and/or PC.

Decision Making:

• Responsibilities are guided by a set of guidelines that provide methods for problem solving.
• Decisions are made within these guidelines initially, and a supervisor is informed afterwards.
• Supervisor regularly reviews the activities to determine if the guidelines have been followed.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This position is in a general shop where different tasks are completed and has access to all welfare facilities. The shop is heated and has AC, so the temperature does not vary. There is also constant noise with all the machines that are used inside the shop. Besides noise, some of the machines produce vibrations when being used. There is a chance of exposure to corrosives, oil, or detergents. Most of the hazards come from machines but following proper procedures should minimize risk. There is sometimes dust from sanding materials. When working on certain parts of the truck, there may be low light, but there is portable lighting always available to all employees. Some working conditions may involve confined spaces and heights, which may lead to difficulty in maintaining balance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires standing, walking, and the use of hands for the entire shift. It can become very loud in the shop with many machines being used. With constant noise, talking or hearing can be difficult. During shifts, some projects require the use of feet, fingers, and hands for over 60 minutes at a time. As 12v Electrical, kneeling, stooping, crouching, climbing, and reaching are required to complete job duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus, and good depth perception. During some shifts, the use of your legs, back, shoulders, arms, and knees is required for 30 to 60 minutes. All positions require the ability to lift 50 pounds.

EOE, including disability/veterans