Commercial Vehicle Upfit Technician – Install & Build

BUCKEYE TRUCK EQUIPMENT INC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Body and Equipment in Columbus, OH, is seeking a hands-on Installation Technician to perform final-stage vehicle conversions on commercial trucks (Class 1–6). You’ll install flatbeds, service bodies, dump bodies, cranes, liftgates, and other upfit components.

You will outfit fleets with in-service packages such as camera systems, GPS/telematics, safety lights, ladder racks, and custom equipment, reading work orders, diagrams, and wiring schematics.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined and comfortable working on trucks and vehicle systems.
• Previous experience in automotive, truck, or equipment assembly or installation is a plus.
• Welding and fabrication skills are a bonus, but not required.
• Must own basic hand tools; specialty tools and equipment will be provided.
• Ability to follow written instructions, diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and technologies.
• Strong work ethic, team-oriented attitude, and attention to detail.
• CDL is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Install flatbeds, service bodies, dump bodies, cranes, liftgates, and other upfit components on cab chassis and pickups.
• Install commercial fleet in-service packages such as camera systems, GPS/telematics, safety lights, ladder racks, and custom equipment.
• Read and interpret work orders, installation guides, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Use hand and power tools to perform mechanical, electrical, and light fabrication work.
• Perform quality checks to ensure all installations are safe, clean, and functional.
• Move and position vehicles safely within the shop as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and take pride in craftsmanship.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members to resolve any installation challenges.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Truck systems experience

Read diagrams/manuals

Willingness to learn

Team-oriented

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Buckeye Body and Equipment in Columbus, OH, is seeking a hands-on Installation Technician to perform final-stage vehicle conversions on commercial trucks (Class 1–6). You’ll install flatbeds, service bodies, dump bodies, cranes, liftgates, and other upfit components.

You will outfit fleets with in-service packages such as camera systems, GPS/telematics, safety lights, ladder racks, and custom equipment, reading work orders, diagrams, and wiring schematics.