Automotive Electrician/Electronic Technician II

Key Resonsibilities

• Ability to utilize diagnostic tools to rectify electrical faults.
• Ability to diagnose electrical malfunctions within automotive systems.
• Performing field service and electrical maintenance on vehicles.
• Assessing the electrical system of a vehicle using diagnostic testing equipment.
• Carrying out repairs or replacing broken parts (starters, alternators, etc.).
• Carrying out tests on the vehicle to ensure that it has been properly repaired.
• Using readings to diagnose faults and decide how best to repair them.
• Ability to install electrical systems.
• Assisting with mechanical problems experienced.
• Reporting status of vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to work in a changing environment.
• Test all completed jobs to ensure that engines, systems, and components operate according to specification.
• Observe good housekeeping, safety practices, and procedures.
• Ensure that all forms, checklists, or records are filled out correctly.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned within the scope of employment by an authorized officer.

COMPETENCY PROFILE:

• Ability to apply electrical principles to practical situations using specialized and hand tools and techniques in effecting repairs to vehicles/equipment.
• Ability to perform in repetitive, concrete, organized activities such as test driving vehicles/equipment to determine operating efficiency.
• Familiar with application of all types of vehicle electrical circuits
• Ability to perform troubleshooting and repair on equipment and vehicles
• Demonstrate the ability to disassemble, and assemble electrical components.
• Familiar with the requirements and needs for good preventative maintenance

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Craft Certificate in Automotive Electrical/Electronic Servicing and Repairs plus Three (3) subjects CSEC (Grades I-III) plus with at least three (3) years relevant experience.

OR

• Five (5) subjects CSEC plus GPL Motor Vehicle Technician Certificate with four (4) years relevant experience.