Vehicle Installer

Mobile Communications America Inc•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 vehicles and other equipment to accommodate emergency-related systems, including wiring, antennas, cabling, and related devices. Installations span a wide range of vehicle types and require troubleshooting, documentation, safe work practices, and protection of confidential service information. The position involves travel as needed to support company and customer needs. On-call critical-systems maintenance may be required. Regular hours are first shift, Monday through Friday, with occasional second- or third-shift work and weekends depending on project schedules. The employee works indoors and outdoors in varied weather and environmental conditions. The role involves frequent standing, walking, sitting, handling tools and objects, reaching, stair climbing, bending, lifting and moving equipment up to 50 pounds, and frequently positioning to maintain computers or other equipment. Ladder use and motor vehicle operation are occasional requirements. Personal protective equipment is used to prevent exposure to potentially hazardous materials. The position has no direct reports.

Requirements

Two 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 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 wire gauge and fuses based on DC current demand.
Ability to use basic tools and test equipment, including hand tools, power drills, multimeters, and watt meters.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wet or humid, and dry or arid conditions.
Ability to frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and perform the listed physical duties.
Ability to travel as necessary to support company and customer needs.

Responsibilities

Connect electrical fittings, drill holes, solder, and perform physical tasks associated with modifying vehicles for emergency-related equipment.
Install electrical wiring, antenna systems, antenna, data and power cabling, and electrical connectors.
Disassemble and reassemble vehicle and equipment trim, seats, lights, headliners, and carpet to route wiring and install equipment.
Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems as necessary.
Complete installations across sedans, SUVs, commercial trucks, buses, motorcycles, ATVs, and other equipment.
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.
Provide on-call maintenance for critical systems when required.