auto electrician.

Some of the tasks of an auto electrician include:

• diagnosing problems in a vehicle's electrical systems: as an auto electrician, you identify problems in a car's electronic systems. You can use diagnostic tools to identify the cause of the problems. Once you identify the cause of a problem, you provide the client with the estimated cost and repair time.
• repairing damaged and faulty electrical parts: your job is to fix problems in electrical systems. The work involves replacing faulty wiring and troubleshooting vehicle electrical systems. Whether the vehicle needs work on the braking or air conditioning system, you repair the damage.
• replacing damaged components: when electrical components are damaged beyond repair, you remove and replace the parts. If you don't have the spare parts in the garage or repair shop, you can order them. It is important to inform the client of your changes and replacements to the vehicle.
• carrying out checks and tests: after finishing all the repair work, you conduct tests and checks to ensure the vehicle is operating well. For instance, if you replace the braking system, you ensure it functions as expected and doesn't interfere with other vehicle parts.
• improving and enhancing a vehicle's electrical system: as an auto electrician, you fit accessories like GPS navigation, parking sensors and LCDs at a client's request.
• conducting maintenance and safety inspections: as an auto electrician, your job involves performing electromechanical vehicle maintenance. You test the batteries and charging systems and check the headlight beam alignment and other computerised components.

Your work environment depends on your specific duties and employer. As an auto electrician, you work in electronics retail stores, car dealerships, repair shops and manufacturing plants. Some repair shops maintain high levels of cleanliness and organisation, while others do not. The work can be dirty, but individuals maintain their hygiene based on personal preferences. Most auto electricians work in bright, well-ventilated repair shops, but working with greasy tools and auto parts is part of the job.

As an auto electrician, your job involves lifting and using heavy tools, resulting in occasional burns, scrapes and bruises. It is important to wear protective clothing like overalls and gloves. Sometimes, you use goggles to protect your eyes.

Depending on your employer and the industry you work in, your colleagues might include mechanical technicians, field service technicians and mechanical engineers. You might also be working in close proximity to electricians and diesel mechanics, as well as other specialists that could include (but are not limited to) supervisors, maintenance fitters and maintenance engineers.

Your work schedule varies tremendously depending on where you work. Large auto manufacturers, retailers and repair shops often have multiple shifts, including night work. Smaller shops may work longer than average hours when business booms. The typical working hours of an auto electrician are 40 to 44 hours a week. Sometimes, you work overtime or wait for clients to pick up their cars. You are often on call for repairs if a customer's car breaks down on the road.

With the increased popularity of electric cars, the demand for auto electricians is likely to increase. Specialisation in repairing electrical and electronic components in vehicles gives you the knowledge to work on electric cars. You can improve your skills and specialise in one aspect of repairs, such as the braking system, or become a front-end technician. You can also progress to become an electrical engineer in manufacturing plants and take up a supervisory role.

Finding your auto electrician job through Randstad provides essential benefits such as the following:

• a wide variety of training and development opportunities
• an experienced contact person to provide help if needed
• a range of opportunities in your area
• get paid weekly or monthly, depending on the job
• temporary and permanent contracts

Want a permanent contract? A temporary job as an auto electrician is often a stepping stone to an attractive permanent job. Every year, thousands of people earn a permanent contract with great employers thanks to a temporary job found through Randstad. What's more, many companies recruit their permanent employees through Randstad too.

Working as an automotive electrician in New Zealand is a great career with impressive prospects. You will earn a good wage, and the remuneration improves with experience and qualifications. You learn new skills and gain knowledge that improves your career prospects. Auto electricians have great career prospects and can become engineers or take supervisory roles.

As an auto electrician, you receive a remuneration package of $24 - $44 per hour. With minimal experience and qualifications, you earn a low salary of $24 per hour. As your experience improves, you are likely to earn over $44 per hour. The remuneration package usually depends on your experience, qualifications and the company size.

To work as an automotive electrician in New Zealand, complete an apprenticeship. Whilst you complete the apprenticeship you can study for a New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Electrical Engineering (Level 4). During the apprenticeship, you learn and gain hands-on experience and skills.

As an auto electrician, you isolate and diagnose electrical faults and vehicle issues. You test the electrical systems in vehicles and perform maintenance and repair tasks. That involves dismantling and removing components and replacing them with new parts.

As an auto electrician, you require technical expertise to handle mechanical issues in vehicle electrical systems. Hence, you need an aptitude for technical activities and enjoy practical and hands-on work. You require a good understanding of electronic and electrical systems to perform diagnostic tests and repairs on various equipment.

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