Auto Electrician
1 day ago
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Trysome Auto Electrical Engineering
Full-time
Free with email or Google
Save this job and keep your search organized
Create a free account to save jobs, create alerts and return to this listing from your dashboard.
Free with email or Google
By continuing, you agree to our Terms & Privacy Policy.
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Auto Electrician with earthmoving equipment experience to join our team in Cape Town.
Auto electricians must have a strong understanding of basic electronics principles. They use this knowledge to install and repair all kinds of electrical equipment in vehicles, including headlights, taillights, turn signals, brake lights, windshield wipers, heating and air conditioning systems, radios, etc. and computer-based equipment in mining and related equipment. This includes LDV’s, trailers, trucks, agricultural equipment, earth moving equipment, Hitachi Excavators and Cat Dozers.
Work with computer controlled engine management systems and other systems as well.
Service, identify and repair faults on electronically controlled machines such as electronic field systems, electronic gear selection, air-conditioning and monitoring systems and safety systems.
Install electrical components and equipment such as gauges, lights, radios, alternators, starter motors and wiring looms.
Test the repaired parts/vehicles for safety, using special tools in order to ensure the proper operation and the effectiveness of maintenance activities
Install electrically operated accessories such as radios, strobes, cameras and convertors.
Use of meters, diagnostic instruments, laptops and circuit diagrams to find electrical faults.
Testing and replacing of faulty alternators, generators, starter motors, magneto’s and related items such as voltage regulators and batteries.
Use of hand tools, specialized electrical tools and instruments and machines, including drills, grinders, presses and lathes, etc.
Follow safety and protection instructions and rules at work and ensure the proper use of equipment’s and tools to prevent any possible danger.
Solder or weld when repairing electrical parts, sell and Install electrical parts and accessories
Repair and service air-conditioning systems.
Utilize the mobile management system to capture daily timesheets, service report, vehicle checklists, installation checklist, surveys etc. Submit all electronic reports within 24 hours of completion of job.
Any other duties as reasonably requested from the company.
Candidate Requirements (Skills and Experience):
Matric
Trade Qualification (Automotive Electrician)
Minimum of 5 years’ experience within the field
Driver’s License
Product knowledge (Auto Electrical products)
CAS and Camera Systems
Knowledge of earth moving equipment
Analytical & problem-solving skills.
Knowledge in performing preventive maintenance.
Knowledge in safety practices associated with vehicles maintenance
Must have excellent time and quality management skills
Good command in both Afrikaans and English languages