Dump Body Installation Tech---$22-$30/hr---Tools Provided

Bonnell Industries Inc•Dixon, IL

10d•$22 - $30

About The Position

The Dump Body Installation Technician sets, positions, aligns, and secures dump bodies onto truck chassis as part of the truck equipment installation process. The technician uses overhead lifting equipment to position the body, aligns it with the truck frame and hoist and hinge assembly, welds the body to the hinge assembly, installs safety props and related components, and completes required electrical connections between the dump body and truck. Accurate positioning and alignment are important to proper operation and finished truck quality. The role requires mechanical aptitude, welding ability, attention to detail, and safe handling of large components.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on mechanical assembly experience.
Welding experience and ability to perform welds required for dump body installation.
Experience using hand and power tools and precision measuring equipment.
Ability to accurately measure, square, center, and align large mechanical components.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, measurements, and installation specifications.
Ability to safely operate or be trained to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
Basic understanding of 12V electrical connections.
Ability to inspect completed work and identify alignment, installation, or workmanship issues.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position.
Commitment to safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

1–3+ years of experience in truck equipment installation, welding or fabrication, heavy equipment, trailer manufacturing, agricultural equipment, or a similar mechanical environment.
Experience installing dump bodies, truck bodies, flatbeds, service bodies, or other chassis-mounted equipment.
MIG welding experience.
Experience positioning and installing large components using overhead cranes.
Experience with dump body hinges, hoists, body props, and related components.
Experience performing layout, measurement, alignment, and fit-up of large assemblies.
Experience with basic 12V automotive or truck electrical wiring and connections.
Familiarity with vocational trucks, dump bodies, snow and ice equipment, or truck-mounted equipment.
Vocational or technical training in welding, fabrication, diesel technology, automotive technology, industrial mechanics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Safely lift, position, and set dump bodies onto prepared truck chassis using overhead cranes and appropriate lifting equipment.
Square, center, and align dump bodies to truck frames according to installation specifications.
Verify body position, alignment, clearances, and measurements before permanently securing the body.
Align dump bodies with hoist and hinge assemblies to ensure proper fit and operation.
Weld dump bodies to hinge assemblies according to established procedures.
Install dump body safety props and associated mounting components.
Complete required electrical connections between dump bodies and trucks, including body lighting and related connections as applicable.
Secure wiring and connections to prevent interference, abrasion, or damage during dump body operation.
Perform initial dump body operation to verify movement, alignment, clearance, and function.
Inspect completed installations for proper welds, fasteners, alignment, wiring, and workmanship.
Identify and correct installation issues before releasing trucks to the next production stage.
Read and follow work instructions, installation drawings, measurements, and equipment specifications.
Operate welders, hand and power tools, overhead cranes, forklifts, measuring equipment, and other required shop equipment.
Document completed installations and required inspections using company systems.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Complete assigned work within established production hours while maintaining quality and safety standards.