Heavy Vehicle Assembly Technician - Military Vehicle Manufacturing

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.•Plymouth Charter Township, MI

17h•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Heavy Vehicle Assembly Technician to support the assembly and fabrication of armored and commercial vehicle platforms in a manufacturing environment. This hands-on role requires experience with heavy mechanical assembly, blueprint reading, vehicle modification, cranes and lifting equipment, ERP/MRP systems, and military or commercial vehicle manufacturing while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
3–5 years of experience in heavy vehicle, military vehicle, or commercial vehicle assembly.
Experience assembling commercial vehicle platforms.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, planning documents, manuals, sketches, and 3D models.
Proficiency using mechanical assembly tools including hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, magnetic drills, grinders, and related equipment.
Experience installing mechanical components using bolts, screws, rivets, adhesives, and coatings.
Knowledge of OEM vehicle components and installation procedures.
Experience working within ERP/MRP manufacturing systems.
Ability to adapt to engineering changes, rework, and evolving production requirements.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

technical school certification or higher education is a plus.
Military vehicle assembly or vehicle modification experience.
ASE Mechanic certification.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Forklift certification and operating experience.
Overhead crane certification and operating experience.
Experience operating basic machine shop equipment.
Certified welding experience with steel and aluminum.
Surface preparation and industrial spray painting experience.

Responsibilities

Assemble heavy vehicle components using cranes, lifting fixtures, and specialized tooling.
Install structural components and materials into Body-in-White (BIW) armored vehicle assemblies using bolts, screws, rivets, adhesives, and coatings.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, and 3D models to complete assembly operations.
Fabricate and fit large steel components to ensure proper alignment and vehicle fitment.
Perform vehicle tear-down activities, including carefully removing, indexing, and storing OEM body panels, hoods, fenders, and interior components to prevent damage.
Utilize hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, magnetic drills, grinders, and other mechanical equipment during assembly.
Operate within ERP/MRP systems to support manufacturing and production processes.
Collaborate with production, engineering, supervisors, and materials teams to resolve assembly and process issues.
Clean, maintain, and organize equipment, tooling, and work areas.
Follow all company safety procedures and manufacturing quality standards.
Develop cross-functional knowledge by supporting multiple stages of vehicle assembly and production.
Perform additional duties as assigned.