Location: Onsite - Muskegon, Michigan
Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: $20-$25/hr DOE
We are seeking a skilled Installation / Upfitting Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, upgrading, and servicing emergency equipment in law enforcement and public safety vehicles. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and experienced with vehicle electronics and low-voltage systems.
* Install, upgrade, and service emergency vehicle equipment including lights, sirens, radios, push bumpers, partitions, and storage compartments.
* Safely perform vehicle disassembly and reassembly while preserving interior trim and OEM components.
* Execute electrical wiring and system integration tasks-routing, soldering, crimping, and connecting 12VDC and 110VAC components.
* Interpret and apply technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics for installation and repair work.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and equipment malfunctions using proper tools and methods.
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with safety protocols.
* Complete all paperwork and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
* Collaborate with team members to meet project schedules and deadlines.
* Stay current on emerging technologies, certifications, and best practices in emergency vehicle upfitting.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
* 2+ years of experience in electrical wiring, vehicle electronics, or equipment installation preferred.
* Automotive technician background or equivalent related experience.
* Strong understanding of low-voltage systems, 12VDC/110VAC wiring, and control systems.
* Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
* Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical documents, and blueprints.
* Experience with soldering and crimping for secure electrical connections.
* Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and organization.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Self-motivated, dependable, and adaptable to shifting priorities.
* Ability to bend, squat, climb, grasp, twist, reach, and lift for extended periods.
* Able to lift or move up to 50 lbs frequently; more occasionally.
* Ability to stand, walk, or move continuously throughout the workday.
* Occasional sitting and keyboard use for documentation or computer tasks.
* Exposure to typical shop hazards, including chemicals that may require respiratory protection.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.