Electrical Systems Technician - Mobile / Off-grid / Marine
About The Position
Vanlife Customs is hiring an Electrical Systems Technician to build and install electrical systems in adventure vans, mobile offices, and specialized commercial vehicles. The systems range from straightforward off-grid installations to advanced setups involving lithium battery banks, high-output alternator charging, solar power, inverters, and intelligent monitoring. The role is based in Arvada, Colorado, and offers hands-on training for specialist skills; prior experience building vans or programming Victron systems is not required. The position suits someone with technical aptitude, curiosity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Candidates with experience in automotive electrical, marine, solar, electronics, industrial equipment, or a related technical field may find that experience useful, while experience with Victron, lithium batteries, or mobile power systems is a bonus. The technician will work with equipment from manufacturers including Victron Energy, Wakespeed, and Joule Case, and collaborate with design, production, and service teams on custom projects. The company emphasizes safety, quality, careful workmanship, and the development of specialist electrical skills through extensive hands-on training and funded professional development.
Requirements
- Technical aptitude, curiosity, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
- Comfort using tools, working with wiring, and tackling practical technical challenges.
- Ability to follow instructions carefully and take pride in doing work properly.
- Logical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, including knowing when to ask questions.
- Dependability and ability to work collaboratively with experienced teammates.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in automotive electrical, marine, solar, electronics, industrial equipment, or a related technical field.
- Experience with Victron, lithium batteries, or mobile power systems.
Responsibilities
- Build and install electrical systems in Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles.
- Install lithium batteries, inverters, solar charging, alternator charging systems, and 12V, 24V, and 48V DC and 120V AC equipment.
- Learn to configure, test, and commission sophisticated electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues, interpret wiring diagrams, and develop practical solutions.
- Produce clean, organized, reliable installations with careful attention to safety, workmanship, and quality.
- Collaborate with design, production, and service teams on custom projects.
Benefits
- Extensive hands-on training and funded professional development.
- Opportunities to develop specialist electrical skills.
- Collaborative team of experienced designers, builders, and technicians.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Employee discounts on builds and components.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
