INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN/ UPFIT TECHNICIAN - Kansas City, MO

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Kansas City, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing heavy-duty modifications on trucks and truck-mounted equipment, as well as vehicle repair and maintenance, in accordance with Custom Truck and factory standards under the general direction of the Frame Shop Manager. The technician performs installations, removals, modifications, fabrication, and repairs while maintaining a clean and safe work area, caring for equipment and tools, and working cooperatively across departments. The role is on-site in Kansas City, Missouri.

Requirements

Welding and fabrication skills.
Knowledge of 12V electrical systems, including multiplex wiring.
Basic understanding of truck-mounted hydraulic systems and installation procedures.
Ability to follow written and verbal installation instructions.
General mechanical skills.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively with individual customers, groups of customers, and employees.
Detail-oriented and organized approach to work.
Acceptable written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with a customer-service focus across levels of employees, management, and external agencies.
Initiative and ability to work independently with minimal daily direction from a manager.
Strong desire to learn.
One-year certificate from a college or technical school, or three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and seeking assistance for heavier loads.
Ability to work in the described environment, including occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, moving mechanical parts, vibration, extreme cold, extreme heat, and moderate-to-loud noise.

Nice To Haves

ASE certification preferred.
Mechanical skills or experience with heavy trucks and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Install and remove different types of truck bodies and equipment.
Modify truck wheelbases.
Install and remove truck suspensions.
Complete work outlined on repair orders efficiently and accurately, in accordance with Custom Truck and factory standards.
Fabricate and install components related to truck equipment installations.
Keep the shop area neat and clean and account for all tools.
Use and maintain necessary shop equipment for repairs and preventive maintenance inspections.
Dispose of used oil, grease, antifreeze, and filters in assigned locations to ensure EPA compliance.
Clean and properly equip the assigned area for equipment repairs.
Attend factory-sponsored training classes.
Ensure customers’ trucks are kept clean.
Work in harmony with all departments.
Understand and follow Company job safety policies applicable to the position.
Attend and participate in Custom Truck safety training classes.