
RSD Cab Electrical Technician
Lyons, SDFull-timeSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Job overview
The Cab Electrical Technician installs and maintains 12V electrical systems in fire truck assemblies, wiring lights, sirens, displays and communication equipment. The role involves installing engine and body harnesses, applying corrosion protection, and collaborating with production, engineering and quality teams to ensure reliable fire apparatus.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Position Type Full Time
Job Shift Day
Education Level Not Specified
Travel Percentage None
Category Skilled Labor - Trades
Description
ROSENBAUER STATEMENT
At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Cab Electrical Technician installs and maintains 12V electrical systems in a variety of custom assemblies and chassis units. As a Cab Electrical Technician, you’ll play a critical role in bringing these trucks to life by wiring the systems that power lights, sirens, displays, and communication equipment. This role is responsible for wiring and component installation in the cab, and chassis areas - including circuit modules, relays, diodes, and heat exchangers. Additionally, you will be responsible for the installation of engine and body harnesses and apply corrosion protection and weather sealing to ensure long-term reliability. You’ll work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to solve problems and deliver dependable results.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
All employees are required to support Rosenbauer’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer.
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Works on the electrical components of the backend, front, and sides of the fire truck chassis.
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Installs engine, dash, and body harnesses according to the specifications.
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Installs and routes wires/cables for the installation of lights, display, switches, and heat exchange.
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Applies corrosion preventative and pressure protection to ensure longevity.
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Performs and completes tasks according to the spec book.
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Completes engine heat exchange unit installation.
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Installs foot switches, light bars, antennas, and programs then accordingly.
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Utilizes Alison and other programs to tune engine, lights, and transmission to specifications.
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Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the supervisor to meet the needs of the company and our members.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’S):
K
Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience:
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High school diploma/GED required.
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Knowledge of low voltage wiring is preferred.
S
Skills:
Language:
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Math:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
A
Abilities:
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Knowledge of basic inspection tools, machining skills or related fields.
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Able to recognize the importance and adhere to all safety policies to promote a safe working environment.
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Able to read and work from blueprints/spec book.
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Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
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Ability to use basic hand tools and tape measure.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
CHECK IF APPLIES
Give Examples as Necessary
Driving- license
Driving- Own Vehicle
Hours of work- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends occasionally
x
As needed to support department needs.
Travel- Local
Travel- Overnight
Travel- Prolonged Periods
Qualifications- Other
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lifting Requirements
Weight in pounds
Never
0%
Rarely
1-10%
Occasionally
11-33%
Frequently
34-66%
Continuously
67% or more
1-10
x
11-20
x
21-35
x
35-50
x
51-75
x
76-100
100
- Vision Requirements
Never
0%
Rarely
1-10%
Occasionally
11-33%
Frequently
34-66%
Continuously
67% or more
Color Vision
x
Close Vision
x
Peripheral Vision
x
Long Distance Vision
x
Movement Requirements
Never
0%
Rarely
1-10%
Occasionally
11-33%
Frequently
34-66%
Continuously
67% or more
Standing
x
Walking
x
Sitting
x
Talking or hearing
x
Feeling
x
Climb/Balance
x
Kneel/Crouch/Squat
x
Bending/Twisting
x
Reaching upward or outward
x
Bending neck side-to-side or front-to-back
x
Typing
x
Pinching/finger manipulation
x
Grasping/turning the wrist
x
Taste/Smell
x
Laying Down
x
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
Never
0%
Rarely
1-10%
Occasionally
11-33%
Frequently
34-66%
Continuously
67% or more
Wet Humid Conditions (non-weather)
x
Humid conditions (weather-related)
x
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts
x
Work in High Precarious Places
x
Fumes or Airborne Particles
x
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals
x
Outdoor Weather Conditions
x
Extreme Cold (non-weather)
x
Extreme Heat (weather-related) summer months
x
Risk of Electrical Shock
x
Work with Explosive Materials
x
Vibration
x
Noise Level for Typical Environment
Moderate Noise: (Examples office with printers, phones, and light traffic
x
Loud Noise: (Examples: Metal Manufacturing, Construction sites)
Very Loud Noise: (Examples: Jack Hammer Work)
Personal Protective Equipment
PPE
Never
0%
Rarely
1-10%
Occasionally
11-33%
Frequently
34-66%
Continuously
67% or more
Safety boots
x
Safety Glasses
x
Cut resistant Gloves
x
Respirator
x
Face Shield
x
Equal Opportunity Employer/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,073 open Electrical Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$68–103K/yr91 salary ranges
- US median$31–40/hr465 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 1,073 open Electrical Technician jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
- M. C. Dean59 open
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- Experience
- Electrical Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (717 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 499 of the 1,073 open Electrical Technician jobs (47%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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