The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment leverages the power of our people, brands, and strength in technology to improve the safety, cleanliness, and productivity of our communities.  The Vocational segment includes market leading brands McNeilus, Oshkosh S-Series, IMT, Pierce, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh Airport Products, and Frontline Communications.  Our purpose-built products serve our communities with carefully designed and engineered refuse trucks, front-discharge mixer trucks, fire apparatus, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting trucks, service vehicles, and command trucks.   Our products are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Summary of Job Description

The positions within Electrician I are responsible for checking and completing work processes for the assigned tasks. The employee performs a variety of tasks such as assembling, installing, routing, and wiring electrical parts together for the next process. The employee uses a variety of hand tools including but not limited to drills, hole saws, crimpers, wire cutters, strippers, electric drivers, etc. They must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Essential Functions

Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environmentFollow written and verbal instructions to complete tasksAssembling, wiring, installing, and routing electrical partsUse hand tools including crimpers, wire cutters, strippers, tie wrap gun, electric drivers, etc.Drill, clean, and organize electrical partsLift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc. Read and interpret wire harness printsRead and interpret wire schematicsReview work orders and schedulesWork with wires, harnesses, and cables and understand/ensure proper routing in vehicleAssist with electrical reworks and repairsAssist in inventory of partsAssist co-workers with lifting partsRecognize the differences in parts and toolsSweep and clean shop areaWork required hours and have an excellent attendance recordWork overtime as neededMaintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions

*These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.

Operate a forklift to transport parts to and from designated areas*Use of a cart to push/pull equipment and parts to and from designated areas*Use a computer to track down parts if necessary*Route wires, harnesses, and cables*

Basic Qualifications

1 or more years of relevant experience OR a High School Diploma or equivalent education.Previous Electro - Mechanical Experience.

Preferred Qualifications to Complete Essential Functions

Associates Degree in Automotive Mechanics or Electro-Mechanical or equivalent.Previous maintenance or operational experience.Previous experience as a Pierce team member or contractor.

Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential Functions

*All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.

Perform all assigned tasksDemonstrate strong interpersonal communication skillsRecognize and react to abnormal operating conditionsUse and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environmentHear safety alarms and other co-workersPerform basic counting tasksRead tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and wire harness prints effectivelyFollow instructions from supervisors and other co-workersUnderstand and identify safety issuesMaintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floorMaintain balance when climbing on a portable step, ladders, and trucksIndividually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 35 poundsUse both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of partsDistinguish the difference in color of wires, harnesses, and cablesOperate and access heavy equipment safely and effectivelyRemember task sequence and safety constraints

Competencies

Interpersonal Skills

Effective CommunicationBuilding Work RelationshipsDemonstrating ResponsibilityShowing Appreciation

Personal Attributes

AdaptabilityHard-WorkingPositive Attribute

 

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Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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