Auto electrician

Auto electrician


Company
Northeast Auto Group
Location
Greater Adelaide Area
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
24 days ago
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Job Description
As an Auto Electrician with Northeast Isuzu your primary responsibility is supporting the maintenance, diagnostics, and fitment of electrical systems across heavy vehiclesAbout The RoleFitting and servicing electrical accessories – including but not limited to side lights, taillights, spotlights, beacons, fridges, inverters, and isolator switchesDiagnosing and repairing electrical faults on heavy vehiclesRouting and repairing wiring loomsOperating and maintaining both hand and power tools and workshop equipmentFollowing safety protocols and maintaining a clean working environmentPerforming quality checks and reporting any issues to supervisorsSupporting the team with general workshop tasks as requiredAbout YouCertificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (essential)Strong understanding of heavy vehicle electrical systems with an automotive backgroundAbility to work in a collaborative environmentBasic knowledge of hand and power toolsGood communication and problem-solving skillsStrong commitment to safetyForklift Licence (desirable)About UsEstablished in 1978, the Northeast Auto Group is a national award-winning automotive retail and service organisation employing 600 people in South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Northern Territory.We deliver a complete customer experience through multiple business units to provide the highest quality of service and innovative solutions. Our group of companies include Light and Heavy vehicle dealerships, an Engineering and Manufacturing division, Agricultural and Construction Equipment Solutions partnering with renowned and reputable OEM brands across the nation.We are a high-performance business. Our success is built on hard work and skilfulness. We employ the best, and we invest in our people to make sure their knowledge is second-to-none. We go the extra mile, and we will always deliver.Ready to make the moveAccelerate your career and apply now.Please note that as part of the recruitment process you may be requested to undergo various pre-employment checks, such as a Right to Work in Australia Check, National Criminal Police Check or a Pre-Employment Medical and random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment.Northeast Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our positions. Northeast Auto Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.Respectfully, no agencies please.Share

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