Telematics Installation Technician (Fleet & Maintenance)

Ecology Auto Parts•Bloomington, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ecology Auto Parts, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Telematics Installation Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair GPS and related fleet-technology systems on commercial tractors, trailers, trucks, and other company equipment. This position combines automotive electrical work with fleet technology and is responsible for ensuring installed devices receive reliable power, communicate correctly, and remain securely mounted and operational in demanding shop and field environments. The technician will work primarily with 12V/24V vehicle electrical systems and low-voltage accessories, including GPS tracking devices, telematics gateways, electronic logging devices (ELDs), cameras, sensors, antennas, and associated wiring. The role requires clean wiring practices, accurate diagnostics, careful documentation, and the ability to trace faults involving power, ground, ignition, connectivity, harnesses, connectors, and device configuration. This is a shop-based technical position supporting fleet reliability and visibility. The successful candidate will coordinate closely with the Shop Manager, maintenance personnel, transportation, safety, and other internal stakeholders to minimize equipment downtime and ensure telematics installations meet company standards.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with automotive, diesel, commercial vehicle, low-voltage, electrical, electronics, fleet maintenance, or equipment installation work
Working knowledge of 12V and 24V DC electrical systems, including power, ignition, ground, fuses, relays, connectors, and basic circuit diagnosis
Ability to read and follow wiring diagrams, pinouts, installation guides, technical instructions, and equipment schematics
Ability to use a digital multimeter and common electrical diagnostic and installation tools safely and accurately
Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to isolate electrical, wiring, hardware, and connectivity problems
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record preferred
High school diploma or GED preferred; technical, automotive electrical, diesel, electronics, or related vocational training is a plus

Nice To Haves

Experience with commercial tractors and trailers strongly preferred
Prior GPS, ELD, telematics, dash-camera, vehicle electronics, alarm, stereo, upfitting, or fleet-device installation experience preferred
Familiarity with fleet platforms such as Samsara, Motive, Geotab, Verizon Connect, Lytx, or similar systems is a plus
Ability to perform clean crimping, terminal repair, harness routing, soldering, heat-shrink, and weather-resistant connections
Strong attention to detail and commitment to right-first-time installation quality
Ability to document completed work accurately using photographs, asset numbers, device information, and service notes
Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with shop personnel and operational departments

Responsibilities

Install, replace, relocate, and repair GPS and telematics devices on commercial tractors, trailers, trucks, and other fleet assets
Perform 12V/24V electrical wiring for power, ignition, ground, accessory, diagnostic, and trailer connections
Install and support related fleet technology including ELDs, dash cameras, sensors, antennas, gateways, and tracking equipment
Route, loom, secure, label, and protect wiring and harnesses to produce safe, durable, professional installations
Use multimeters, test lights, diagnostic tools, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer instructions to verify circuits and device operation
Diagnose loss of power, poor grounds, blown fuses, damaged wiring, intermittent connections, communication failures, and device connectivity issues
Test GPS location reporting, cellular communication, camera feeds, sensors, and other system functions after installation or repair
Identify appropriate installation points while avoiding interference with vehicle controls, safety systems, service access, and moving components
Perform basic harness fabrication, connector repair, terminal replacement, soldering/crimping, heat-shrink application, and fuse installation as needed
Inspect existing installations for loose wiring, corrosion, damaged components, improper routing, or other conditions that may cause failure
Document installations and repairs with device serial numbers, asset information, photographs, service notes, and completion status
Maintain accurate inventory and accountability for GPS units, cameras, sensors, wiring supplies, connectors, fuses, and installation hardware
Coordinate equipment availability with the Shop Manager and maintenance team to reduce vehicle downtime
Follow lockout/tagout, electrical safety, PPE, shop safety, and company procedures while working in, around, and underneath commercial equipment
Escalate recurring device, wiring, network, or platform issues that require vendor or higher-level technical support
Assist with fleet-wide telematics upgrades, replacements, campaigns, audits, and new-equipment deployments
Maintain a clean and organized work area and protect company vehicles and equipment during installation and service
Perform other related fleet electrical and telematics duties as assigned by the Shop Manager