Emergency Vehicle Tech

Federal Signal Corporation•University Park, IL

54d

About The Position

Emergency Vehicle Technician is responsible for the complete installation of emergency warning products and equipment into emergency and utility vehicles, including the programming and testing of installed equipment while ensuring compliance with Company policies/procedures including safety and environmental regulations.

Requirements

Intermediate knowledge of automotive electrical systems & vehicle wiring
Ability to operate power tools and hand tools (drill, wrench, nail gun, staple gun, gauge, vise, etc.) as required.
Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail and sound judgment required.
Attention to detail a must with mechanical aptitude.
Ability to communicate well with others
Ability to work on and see colored small objects
Must be mechanically inclined to disassemble mechanical parts for all types of vehicles
Use of good judgment and knowledge acquired to perform custom fabrication
Must be innovative and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment
Standing, walking, climbing 10-12ft ladder, bending and stretching around under and inside vehicles, able to lay inside the trunk of vehicles for long periods of time, crawling, kneeling, awkward posturing. Manual dexterity is important for wiring, soldering, etc. Good hand and wrist flexibility, repetitive motions. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently without assistance and 30lbs on a regular basis. Must be able to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures. Must be able to work with different odors and fumes
High School diploma or equivalent required
At least 1-year experience in automotive warning equipment installation (e.g. experience installing emergency lighting, two-way mobile radios, GPS equipment, antennas or other electrical equipment)
Must have a valid driver license with a clean driving history.
Five (5) years' experience in a warehouse or distribution environment

Responsibilities

Install emergency warning equipment and products according to prints, assembly drawings, process documents and other job requirement sheets.
Conduct basic programming of installed equipment, test functionality and perform troubleshooting when needed.
Assess the quality of each vendor-supplied or manufactured part and/or assembly used, inspecting for flaws in its manufacture and functionality and report any such flaws to immediate Supervisor.
Monitor stock of supplies for each workstation; participate in keeping common areas clean such as break room and walkways.
Follow all safety and departmental rules; including the use of all required Personal Protective Equipment.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area, following basic housekeeping procedures.
Complete all required paperwork and/or vehicle documentation records as needed. (Build hours log, timecards, etc.)
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Remove and install body panels, bumpers, and trim of vehicles to be able to perform install
Install all cages and partitions K-9, Prisoner Transport & all others
Install upfit equipment such as Back Racks, Tommy Gates, Toolboxes etc…
At time of install tech is to review the build sheet and match it up with all parts to be installed before installation is to begin to verify all the correct needed parts are there before they start
When install is completed, their vehicle needs to be road ready for pickup such as (all garbage, wires, tools, cleaning supplies need removed from the vehicle and the exterior should be clean and clear of all handprints or any other debris).
At the end of your shift, you are to clean and store your tools in their appropriate assigned location so that they are ready to be used at the start of the next shift.
Participate in all training that is required by Federal Signal and the evip department
When all the wire spool is used on a wire cart you are responsible to put a new roll onto the cart, if we are low or out you are to let the Pars Coordinator know to order more.
Performs other related duties as assigned.