Automotive Installation Technician

Protech Automotive Solutions; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Weekly/Overtime

Medical, dental & vision

Paid vacation & holidays

Paid training & certifications

Career growth

Uniforms & steel-toe footwear

Tools & equipment provided

Hands-on training

Fleet technology

Job summary

Protech Automotive Solutions is seeking skilled technicians to install and troubleshoot GPS, telematics, dash cameras, and related equipment across light-duty and fleet vehicles. You’ll work on wiring, testing, and diagnosing issues in mobile environments, with safety and quality a priority.

Ideal candidates have strong tool skills, wiring knowledge, and the ability to read diagrams. Travel is required to customer sites, with opportunities for training and career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Hands-on automotive, electrical, mechanical, or installation experience.
• Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and basic diagnostics.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Ability to read basic wiring diagrams and technical instructions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a mobile environment.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• 21+ years of age.

Responsibilities

• Install and troubleshoot GPS, ELDs, telematics, dash cameras, sensors, and tracking equipment.
• Work on light-duty vehicles, commercial trucks, tractors, trailers, and other fleet assets.
• Perform basic 12V/24V wiring, including power, ignition, ground, diagnostic, and trailer connections.
• Route and secure wiring for clean, professional installations.
• Test GPS, cellular connectivity, cameras, sensors, and system functionality.
• Diagnose electrical, connectivity, and installation issues.
• Document completed installations with photos, device information, and service notes.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and right-first-time installations.
• Occasionally work weekends or adjusted schedules to support customer projects, fleet installations, or business needs.
• Travel to customer and fleet locations for mobile installations and projects, including occasional travel outside your assigned market.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Reading wiring diagrams

Tool use

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Vehicle electrical harness tools

Job description

Protech Automotive Solutions and its affiliated brands is looking for highly talented, dedicated and quality-focused teammates to provide top tier service to our customers.

At Protech Automotive Solutions, we’re bringing automotive expertise and cutting-edge fleet technology together to help keep customers’ vehicles safe, connected, and on the road.

Whether your background is in automotive repair, mechanics, electrical, diagnostics, diesel, telematics, or vehicle upfitting, this role gives you the opportunity to put your skills to work while learning new technology and building your career.

If you take pride in your work, learn quickly, work safely, and believe in getting it right the first time - we want you on our team.

WHAT WE OFFER

Paid Weekly | Overtime Eligible

• Benefits from Day One – Medical, dental & vision

• Paid Vacation & Holidays

• Paid Training & Certifications – Including ASE & I-CAR opportunities

• Career Growth – We promote from within

• Uniforms & Steel-Toe Footwear Provided

• Company Tools & Equipment

• Hands-On Training & Career Development

• Work with Industry-Leading Fleet Technology

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Install and troubleshoot GPS, ELDs, telematics, dash cameras, sensors, and tracking equipment.

• Work on light-duty vehicles, commercial trucks, tractors, trailers, and other fleet assets.

• Perform basic 12V/24V wiring, including power, ignition, ground, diagnostic, and trailer connections.

• Route and secure wiring for clean, professional installations.

• Test GPS, cellular connectivity, cameras, sensors, and system functionality.

• Diagnose electrical, connectivity, and installation issues.

• Document completed installations with photos, device information, and service notes.

• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and right-first-time installations.

• Occasionally work weekends or adjusted schedules to support customer projects, fleet installations, or business needs.

• Travel to customer and fleet locations for mobile installations and projects, including occasional travel outside your assigned market based on business needs.

MECHANIC EXPERIENCE? WE WANT YOU.

Your automotive experience can be a strong foundation for this role. Candidates with backgrounds in:

• Automotive repair

• Automotive electrical

• Fleet maintenance

• Diesel/heavy-duty mechanics

• Vehicle upfitting

• Mobile service

• ADAS/diagnostics

• Telematics or vehicle electronics are encouraged to apply.

You don't need to know every telematics system on day one. We’re looking for strong technical aptitude, hands-on experience, and the ability to learn.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Hands-on automotive, electrical, mechanical, or installation experience.

• Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and basic diagnostics.

• Comfortable using hand and power tools.

• Ability to read basic wiring diagrams and technical instructions.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable working independently in a mobile environment.

• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.

• Professional communication and customer service skills.

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in, around, and underneath vehicles and trailers.

• 21+ years of age

NICE TO HAVE

• Telematics/GPS/ELD installation experience.

• Experience with Samsara, Geotab, Motive, Verizon Connect, Lytx, or similar platforms.

• 12V/24V electrical experience.

• Commercial truck or trailer experience.

• ADAS scanning or calibration experience.

• ASE, I-CAR, or related certifications.

Protech uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.