Vehicle Installer

Mobile Communications America•Savannah, GA

About The Position

MCA is seeking an experienced Vehicle Installer in the Savannah, Georgia area to support its MSS division. The role modifies and equips vehicles for emergency-related equipment, working across a diverse range of vehicle makes and types. The installer works inside and outside in varying weather and environmental conditions, may travel as necessary to support company and customer needs, and may be on call for critical systems maintenance. The position has no direct reports. The usual schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, with occasional second- or third-shift work and weekends depending on project schedules. Duties include vehicle equipment installation, electrical troubleshooting, maintaining a safe and orderly work environment, learning new products and techniques, completing documentation, and protecting confidential service information. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

At least 2 years of technical experience, or a combination of related education and experience.
Basic knowledge and experience installing systems or equipment in various vehicle types, such as two-way radios, controls, lighting, cameras, antennas, GPS, sirens, and other relevant devices or public-safety equipment.
Knowledge of or ability to read electrical and installation diagrams.
Basic ability to test and troubleshoot electrical and system issues.
Ability to assemble and disassemble equipment, route wiring, connect electrical fittings, install wiring harnesses, drill holes, solder, and perform physical vehicle upfit and installation tasks.
Basic understanding of DC voltage, resistance, and current.
Basic understanding of selecting wire gauge and fuses based on DC current demand.
Ability to use basic tools and test equipment, including hand tools, power drillers, multimeters, and watt meters.
Ability to work inside and outside in heat, cold, wet or humid, and dry or arid conditions.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including frequently moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally ascending or descending a ladder.
Ability to travel as necessary; on-call availability for critical systems maintenance may be required.

Responsibilities

Connect electrical fittings, drill holes, solder, and perform physical tasks involved in modifying vehicles for emergency-related equipment.
Install electrical wiring, antenna systems, route antenna, data, and power cabling, and apply electrical connectors.
Disassemble and reassemble vehicle or equipment trim, seats, lights, headliners, and carpet to route wiring and install equipment.
Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems as necessary.
Complete installations across vehicle types including sedans, SUVs, commercial trucks, buses, motorcycles, and ATVs.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment and keep tools orderly.
Learn new products, skills, and techniques from colleagues and manufacturers.
Complete required paperwork and documentation.
Maintain customer confidence by keeping service information confidential.
Travel as necessary to support company and customer needs.