Electrician I

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Requisition ID: 26219
Smeal, a REV Group brand, is recognized as a premier manufacturer, inventor, and innovator of custom fire apparatus. The company offers a full line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescue pumpers, aerial ladders, and urban interface vehicles. Smeal is committed to leading the industry in high-quality fire apparatus, delivery times and customer experience. Smeal sells its products worldwide and is based in Snyder, NE.


Smeal Apparatus is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.


The specific statements show in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Smeal Fire Apparatus recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation the enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Follow standard operating procedures as well as written and verbal orders and instructions in English.
2. Lift up to 75 lbs. and be in good physical condition. Standing, bending, and climbing as well as upper body and back strength required.
3. Follow all company policies and procedures as stated in the company policy and safety manual including wearing safety glasses, ear protection, and steel toed shoes.
4. Able to work in a noisy environment.
5. Work overtime as needed.
6. Actively pursue cost reduction measures.
7. Perform all assigned tasks within specific time limits and company standards.
8. Must be able to read a tape measure.
9. Must comply with all safety regulations regarding the work area, the product and equipment. Recognize and report all safety discrepancies to your supervisor.
10. Willing to develop a thorough knowledge of all aspects of this field including products, options, & uses.
11. Ability to learn how to read and understand simple blue prints.
12. Ability & willingness to be cross trained in respective departments.
13. Able to learn about parts and where they are used as well as the number required per assigned task.
14. Communicate with department leaders when items run low in order to restock/reorder parts.
15. Possess some prior experience from outside of the company or has mastered all the required skills at the previous level in order to advance.
16. Willingness to share department and company knowledge as needed.
17. Ability to write down information for future reference.

Daily Functions:

1. Ability to learn, read and fully comprehend complex electrical schematic diagrams and use them to diagnose and troubleshoot problem areas.
2. Able to learn about the complete truck chassis electrical system including changing or starting and load management systems.
3. Can learn to use test equipment.
4. Able to acquire a basic knowledge of electronic controls used on transmission and engines. The use of the data reader and laptop may require further education to keep updated on changes in vehicle electronics.
5. Mount and wire equipment on truck and run/route wiring harnesses throughout the truck body using small hand tools. Requires wrist strength.
6. Install and wire equipment including but not limited to lights and light mounts, generator set systems, and intercom systems, including radio interfaces.
7. Possess a basic knowledge of basic electric tools, crimpers, side cutters, wire gauge, & pulling wires.
8. Ability to consistently read a tape measure accurately.
9. Ability to read blueprints, & shop orders etc.
10. Ability to run wire in conduit.
11. Ability to use a fish tape.
12. Ability to identify colors.

Potential Hazards:

1. Eye injuries: use eye protection at all times.
2. Cuts & burns: Use caution to prevent cuts when sanding and wear PPE when welding to protect against burns.
3. Trips, slips, & falls: ensure all air hoses and obstacles are kept clear of aisles. Use caution when climbing on and off trucks.
4. Shock: electrical charge can occur if equipment is not used correctly.
5. Repetitive motions: correctly use hand tools to prevent injury.

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform other duties as assigned.

This description reflects the principal functions of the job for purpose of job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job nor shall be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for every function described.

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.


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