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Alamo Group Inc. Electrical Technician in Mukwonago, Wisconsin
Join the Super Team!
Super Products LLC, an Alamo Group Company, is a growing manufacturing company with a new headquarters in Mukwonago, WI and nationwide rental store facilities. We have been designing and manufacturing high quality vacuum truck equipment since 1972 that include the most innovative features available in the market.
Safety is our top priority. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and healthy work environment where our employees can grow and prosper throughout their careers. We offer competitive wages and a customizable benefits package that begins on day one of employment. Take the next step in your career and join a winning team!
Position Summary
As an Electrical Technician, you will play a vital role in our commitment to providing industry leading high-quality products. Under minimal supervision, investigates, diagnoses, and repairs electrical conflicts and issues involving our truck mounted equipment and the interface with OEM chassis. Inspect, pre-program, and test chassis before the start of production to avoid delays.
Essential Functions of the Job
Conduct diagnostic procedures to accurately identify and implement appropriate solutions.
Complete necessary repairs and conduct validation tests to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the work.
Create and maintain a set of test harnesses and test control boxes for inspection and diagnostic purposes.
Inspect chassis electrical system and components prior to production.
Work with chassis dealers and manufacturers to identify problem resolutions.
Record engine and transmission program parameters in the designated storage folders.
Be the primary production contact to engineering for all SP product lines for electrical and wiring problems.
Work with the electrical engineering team as needed for advanced problem solving.
Provide feedback to supervisor and electrical engineering team regarding assembly process and design documentation changes that are needed.
Work with materials team to identify NCM issues with harnesses and electrical components.
Rework / repair NCM harnesses as needed.
Knowledge, Skills and, Abilities (KSA's)
Expertise in diagnosing and resolving electrical and computer-related issues on vehicles.
Knowledge of CANbus J1939 or similar vehicle electrical network.
Above average mechanical and superior electrical aptitude.
Ability to use a computer to run engine & transmission diagnostic software.
Ability to use a multimeter to measure current, voltage, and resistance and to diagnose open circuits and shorts.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical data, drawings, and schematics.
Hands-on attitude and ability.
The ability to self-motivate to meet task deadlines.
Ability to work on, under, and in vehicles.
Adheres to company safety expectations and PPE use.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organized.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required.
Technical training and certification is preferred.
Minimum five years of experience preferred.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Truck mounted body builder experience is preferred.
Forklift and overhead crane experience is a plus.
Working Conditions
Perform work in a non-climate-controlled metal manufacturing production environment
Torque a bolt to 40 ft/lbs
Able to work with their arms elevated for periods up to 5 minutes at a time
Requires various visual processing (i.e., near, far, depth, color)
Must be able to work in an environment with noise at 75-decibels (25-decibel using earplugs)
Must be able to bend, stoop and crouch or kneel for up to 1 hour or be on their feet for 90% of their shift and walk up to 75% on concrete
Must be able to climb 13ft by way of 12-inch rung ladders
Must be able to lift, push and/or pull up to 40lbs and carry that weight 5ft
Infrequent overnight travel may be required to support products in the field.
Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).