Job Description:

• 1) Builds, modifies, and tests electrical parts to improve motorcycle performance, using handtools, metal fabricating machines, and testing equipment: Positions and clamps parts in fixtures on test bench.

• 2) Attaches oscilloscope, pyrometer, voltmeter, spark tester, or other test equipment to armature coil, generator, spark plugs, voltage regulator, or other electrical parts.

• 3) Reads dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specified operating temperature, and to detect open circuits, short circuits, or other electrical malfunctions.

• 4) Analyzes performance of parts tested to determine deviation from specifications.

• 5) Disassembles and examines parts to determine cause of malfunction, using handtools.

• 6) Operates drill press, grinders, engine lathe, or other machines to modify parts tested or to fabricate experimental parts for testing.

• 7) Compiles and submits reports of test results to engineering department and recommends design or material changes.