Automotive Installation Technician

Protech Electronics•Baltimore, MD

19h

About The Position

Protech Automotive Solutions and its affiliated brands are seeking a hands-on Automotive Installation Technician to install and support fleet technology on cars, trucks, tractors, trailers, and other fleet assets. The role combines automotive expertise with technology such as GPS, telematics, cameras, sensors, and tracking equipment. It may suit someone with automotive, mechanical, electrical, fleet, or installation experience who is interested in learning new technology and developing a career in fleet technology. Technicians install and troubleshoot equipment, perform basic 12V/24V wiring, route and secure wiring, test systems, diagnose issues, and document completed work. The position involves mobile installations and travel to customer and fleet locations, occasionally outside the assigned market. Weekend work or adjusted schedules may occasionally be needed for customer projects, fleet installations, or business needs. The role offers pay up to $32 per hour and is overtime eligible. Protech provides benefits from day one, paid vacation and holidays, paid training and certification opportunities, career development, uniforms, steel-toe footwear, and company tools and equipment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restrictions; Protech uses E-Verify for new hires.

Requirements

Hands-on automotive, electrical, mechanical, or installation experience.
Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and basic diagnostics.
Comfort using hand and power tools.
Ability to read basic wiring diagrams and technical instructions.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Comfort working independently in a mobile environment.
Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.
Professional communication and customer service skills.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in, around, and underneath vehicles and trailers.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Telematics, GPS, or ELD installation experience.
Experience with Samsara, Geotab, Motive, Verizon Connect, Lytx, or similar platforms.
12V/24V electrical experience.
Commercial truck or trailer experience.
ADAS scanning or calibration experience.
ASE, I-CAR, or related certifications.
Background in automotive repair, automotive electrical, fleet maintenance, diesel/heavy-duty mechanics, vehicle upfitting, mobile service, ADAS/diagnostics, telematics, or vehicle electronics.

Responsibilities

Install and troubleshoot GPS, ELDs, telematics, dash cameras, sensors, and tracking equipment.
Work on light-duty vehicles, commercial trucks, tractors, trailers, and other fleet assets.
Perform basic 12V/24V wiring, including power, ignition, ground, diagnostic, and trailer connections.
Route and secure wiring for clean, professional installations.
Test GPS, cellular connectivity, cameras, sensors, and system functionality.
Diagnose electrical, connectivity, and installation issues.
Document completed installations with photos, device information, and service notes.
Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and right-first-time installations.
Occasionally work weekends or adjusted schedules to support customer projects, fleet installations, or business needs.
Travel to customer and fleet locations for mobile installations and projects, including occasional travel outside the assigned market based on business needs.