Emergency Vehicle Technician/Installer (FTL)

Dana Safety Supply, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Roth Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Dana Safety Supply, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Vehicle Technician/Installer to professionally install, integrate, and maintain high-tech 12-volt equipment in law enforcement and public safety vehicles. The role emphasizes wiring expertise, vehicle hardware mounting, and network installations.

Candidates should have a strong automotive or marine 12-volt background; EVT certification is preferred but not required, with training provided for industry-specific systems.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of vehicle wiring and electrical circuits.
• Minimum of 2 years of automotive or marine 12v experience preferred.
• Good color discrimination and manual dexterity.
• EVT certification desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Install and integrate 12v electrical components in vehicles.
• Mount and secure vehicle hardware such as partitions and racks.
• Install antennas, routers, GPS systems and test networks.
• Test and repair 12v circuits to ensure safety and functionality.

Skills

Vehicle wiring expertise

12V electrical systems

Problem solving

Multitasking

Job description

About Dana Safety Supply

Founded in 2005, Dana Safety Supply is a national leader in public safety equipment with over 55 locations across 18 states. We specialize in providing the highest level of expertise to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Join a team of 800+ professionals dedicated to supporting those who protect our communities.

Position Summary

Dana Safety Supply is seeking a detail-oriented Emergency Vehicle Technician/Installer to join our growing team. This role is responsible for the professional installation, integration, and maintenance of high-tech 12-volt equipment in law enforcement, public safety, and federal vehicles. We provide industry-specific training for candidates with a strong foundational knowledge of automotive or marine electronics.

Primary Responsibilities

• Installation & Integration: Professionally install 12v electrical components including light bars, sirens, flashers, in-car video systems, and radio communications.
• Technical Assembly: Mount and secure vehicle hardware such as transport partitions, consoles, equipment racks, laptops, and printers.
• Networking & Comms: Install and configure antennas, routers, and GPS systems.
• Quality Control: Test, troubleshoot, and repair 12v circuits and equipment to ensure 100% functionality and safety compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Technical Aptitude: Strong understanding of vehicle wiring and the ability to identify/troubleshoot electrical circuits.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of automotive or marine 12v experience is preferred (but not required for the right candidate).
• Physical Dexterity: Ability to work with small objects, distinguish colors for wiring, and maintain high attention to detail. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand for extended periods; walk; sit, stoop, kneel, crouch; reach overhead and below shoulder level;Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s); stoop, maneuver into / out of tight spaces, speakandthe ability to hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.Must be able to lift 75 lbs. repetitively and unassisted.
• Professionalism: Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with team members.
• Certifications: Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification desired but not required.

Employment Requirements

• Must possess a valid Drivers License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• We are required by law to advise that we verify with E-Verify.

Benefits & Compensation

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Roth Retirement Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paternity Leave
• Employee Rewards & Recognition program.
• Standard Monday-Friday work week (with occasional weekend overtime for large projects)