Automotive Wiring Technician
Battle Creek, MI
Automotive Wiring Technician
Full Time • Battle Creek, MI
About Freedom Motors USA
Freedom Motors USA is a nationwide, family-owned and operated company, headquartered in Battle Creek, MI, and is the leading manufacturer and retailer of wheelchair-accessible vehicles with the widest-ranging product line in the United States. Founded in 1987, we focus on providing customized options for the unique needs of our customers.
The Automotive Wiring Technician is responsible for the assembly and installation of the wiring and electrical components on the wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions we produce while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
What you'll do:
Freedom Motors USA is a nationwide, family-owned and operated company, headquartered in Battle Creek, MI, and is the leading manufacturer and retailer of wheelchair-accessible vehicles with the widest-ranging product line in the United States. Founded in 1987, we focus on providing customized options for the unique needs of our customers.
The Automotive Wiring Technician is responsible for the assembly and installation of the wiring and electrical components on the wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions we produce while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
What you'll do:
- Remove the vehicle’s rear bumper, lower interior trim, seats, and carpeting as needed and organize the removed items on a labeled cart.
- Cut, extend, and reroute vehicle wiring within the vehicle.
- Add wiring to vehicles for hydraulic ramp systems and specialty adaptive equipment.
- Build and install wiring harnesses and control modules for fuel tanks and automatic ramp systems.
- Reconnect wiring for fuel and ABS systems after conversion is completed and test & inspect for proper operation.
- Use hand and power tools including, but not limited to, ratchet, wire strippers, snips, soldering iron, impact, air tools, etc.
- Maintain equipment, inspect for performance and/or safety concerns and perform trouble-shooting as needed.
- Maintain compliance with Freedom Motors’ quality and safety standards, policies and procedures, and OSHA safety regulations.
- Ability to read wiring schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.
- Assist other areas as needed.
What you’ll need:
- Coursework beyond High School Diploma preferred.
- Previous experience with automotive systems, wiring or electrical diagnostics preferred. ASE electrical certification preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to use hand and power tools including, but not limited to, ratchet, wire strippers, snips, soldering iron, impact, air tools, etc.
- Ability to read wiring schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Outstanding attendance record and reliability.
This job description is meant to provide an overview of the duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to be an all inclusive listing.
When you join Freedom Motors USA, you do more than simply switch companies to advance your career. You become part of the Freedom Family, a team of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and celebrate our community that is Freedom Motors USA!
Why Freedom Motors USA?
Join a team of talented and driven individuals fueled by our mission to enhance the lives of the customers we serve by producing the nation's largest variety of wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
Join a team of talented and driven individuals fueled by our mission to enhance the lives of the customers we serve by producing the nation's largest variety of wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
We're not just family-owned & operated, we're family-oriented and offer our full-time employees and their families a comprehensive benefits package and the keys to steer the direction of their overall health & well-being. The benefits listed below are effective the first of the month following your start date.
Health & Wellness
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Life, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care)
Gym Membership Reimbursement up to $50/month
Employee Assistance Program
Financial Incentives
Competitive Pay
Career Advancement Opportunities
Retirement Plan 401(k) including an employer match up to 4%
Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employee Perks Program
Employee Referral Bonus up to $1000
Competitive Pay
Career Advancement Opportunities
Retirement Plan 401(k) including an employer match up to 4%
Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employee Perks Program
Employee Referral Bonus up to $1000
Work-Life Balance
Paid Time Off Accrual (earned from day one)
Paid Holidays
Hybrid & Flex Scheduling (depending on position)
Uniform Rental Program
Employee Engagement Team
When you join Freedom Motors USA you do more than simply switch companies to advance your career. You become part of the Freedom Family, a team of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and celebrate our community that is Freedom Motors USA!
Paid Time Off Accrual (earned from day one)
Paid Holidays
Hybrid & Flex Scheduling (depending on position)
Uniform Rental Program
Employee Engagement Team
When you join Freedom Motors USA you do more than simply switch companies to advance your career. You become part of the Freedom Family, a team of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and celebrate our community that is Freedom Motors USA!
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