Automotive Electrical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

BCforward is currently seeking highly motivated Automotive Electrical Technician in Wentzville, MO 63385

Position Title: Automotive Electrical Technician

Locations: Wentzville, MO 63385

Anticipated Start Date: Jul 2026

Expected Duration: 09 Months

Job Type: Contract with possible extension

Pay Rate $39.00/hr. on W2

Shift: : Shift hours could be 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift (team has a schedule rotation, schedule to change based on assigned rotation)

Job Description:

This position is responsible for diagnosing electrical system circuit faults and repairing electrical wiring to OEM standards, diagnosing problems with all vehicle electrical systems, repairing damaged electrical parts, and maintaining electrical repair equipment for an automotive manufacturer.

Roles and responsibilities include:

• Provide weekday and some weekend on-site vehicle repair or repair person mentoring/coaching at an OEM vehicle assembly facility: shift hours could be 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift (team has a schedule rotation, schedule to change based on assigned rotation)
• Diagnose electrical issues and execute a course of action
• Provide on-site leadership with estimated time for repairs
• Repair and/or replace faulty wiring, connectors, or electrical systems
• Install new vehicle wiring systems per OEM standards
• Repair and troubleshoot immobilizer and alarm systems
• Service of electrical automotive parts
• Service and repair electrical systems on new OEM vehicles
• Maintain a clean working environment
• Complete job reports and processing paperwork
• Instruct and guide other repair personnel to improve their understanding of vehicle electrical systems and subsystems
• Present and demonstrate efficient and effective methods of diagnosing and correcting vehicle electrical systems and sub-system deficiencies
• Conduct root cause analysis to accurately identify the cause(s) of vehicle deficiencies
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for other repair personnel by providing interpretation of vehicle electrical system architectures and schematics
• Communicate and share lessons learned with site leadership and other repair personnel on a timely basis
• Travel occasionally required (as needed) to work sites in other states

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an electrical repair technician
• Advanced knowledge of modern vehicular electrical systems
• Ability to work in confined vehicle spaces
• Complex problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work standing or in a crouched position for long periods
• Ability to distinguish subtle color variations
• Demonstrated knowledge of automotive systems from an advanced diagnostics perspective
• Ability to read and interpret a digital multimeter, OEM diagnostic scan tool and other automotive related diagnostic test equipment
• Ability to effectively conduct one-on-one and small group discussions
• Ability to interpret early engineering level electrical schematic diagrams
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Valid Driver's License

Desired Skills:

• ASE certifications
• Experience as a shop foreman or lead technician
• Automotive electrical schematic development experience
• Automotive Technical Assistance Center Experience

Required Education:

• Associates Degree or Certificate in Automotive Technology, engineering or other related discipline.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

Company Description

About BCforward:\r\n\r\nFounded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.\r\n\r\nBCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.