Upfit Technician
About The Position
The Upfit Technician converts cab-chassis into finished, ready-to-work trucks by installing and integrating truck bodies and equipment to customer, OEM, and company specifications. Equipment includes IMT mechanic and crane bodies; Henke, Wausau-Everest, and Swenson snow and ice control equipment; and service bodies, dump bodies, flatbeds, hooklifts, liftgates, and related accessories. The role combines mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and fabrication skills to complete builds safely, accurately, and according to manufacturer installation requirements. The technician works closely with the Service Manager and parts and sales teams to deliver quality builds on schedule with minimal supervision. The position is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, in shop and yard environments. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexibility to meet build schedules. Occasional extended hours or weekend work may be required, and occasional travel for training may be required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of experience in truck equipment installation, upfit, or heavy-duty mechanical work.
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and 12V electrical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and installation instructions.
- Ability to MIG weld steel and aluminum.
- Basic computer proficiency for work orders and documentation.
- Must possess a personal set of hand tools and be willing to expand the inventory as needed.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work beneath vehicles.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with service and crane bodies, snow equipment, hooklifts, or liftgates.
- AWS certification or manufacturer installation training.
- Class B CDL.
Responsibilities
- Verify chassis specifications, including cab-to-axle, wheelbase, GVWR, and frame, against the work order before beginning work.
- Prepare chassis for upfit, including frame layout and drilling, subframes and frame extensions, and relocation of fuel, DEF, exhaust, and air components according to OEM body builder guidelines.
- Mount and install truck bodies, cranes, hooklifts, liftgates, plows, spreaders, and accessories according to manufacturer installation instructions.
- Install PTOs, hydraulic pumps, reservoirs, valves, and controls, and plumb high- and low-pressure hydraulic circuits.
- Route, connect, and protect 12V/24V wiring for lighting, controls, and body circuits using chassis manufacturer upfitter connections.
- Install air-operated components and diagnose and correct hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic issues during installation and testing.
- MIG weld steel and aluminum and use torch and plasma cutting equipment to fabricate brackets, mounts, and subframes.
- Functionally test completed units, including crane, hoist, and liftgate operation, hydraulic leak checks, lighting, and controls.
- Correct deficiencies and verify each build meets manufacturer specifications and company quality standards before delivery.
- Identify required parts and materials and report shortages or build specification conflicts to the Service Manager.
- Accurately complete work orders, tracking labor, parts, materials, and installation notes within company systems.
- Read and interpret installation drawings, parts diagrams, hydraulic and electrical schematics, and OEM body builder manuals.
- Safely operate shop equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, and vehicle lifts.
- Follow OSHA and company safety standards in shop and yard environments, use PPE, maintain a safety-first mindset, and keep the work area clean and organized.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
