Emergency Vehicle Up-Fitter & Electronics Technician

City of Greer, South Carolina; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

FSA

EAP

Education incentive pay

South Carolina Retirement System

Job summary

The City of Greer is seeking an experienced Emergency Vehicle Technician/Up-fitter to build and maintain our emergency services vehicles. You will install radios, video systems, lights, and other components, interpret schematics, and fabricate mounting brackets.

You will troubleshoot, document work, and collaborate with shop staff on a wide range of vehicle makes. Typical hours are Mon-Fri, 7:30 am–3:30 pm, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience or training in automotive/electrical installation and/or repair.
• Must have own tools and tool box.
• Must successfully complete required courses and/or certifications that are deemed necessary by the City.
• Must have the following skills: communication, problem-solving, detail orientation and teamwork/collaboration
• Must be able to maintain a positive attitude while working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Must be capable to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Must be self-motivated and able to accomplish tasks with little supervision;
• Must have basic computer knowledge
• Must be comfortable sitting, standing and/or walking for long periods of time
• Must possess a professional demeanor
• Ability to work efficiently both independently or with a team
• Ability to lift/move 50 pounds regularly and lift/move 100 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work in, on, around, over and under vehicles in various stages of up-fitting for long periods of time
• Must have the ability to use all hand tools, power tools, air tools and hydraulic tools as the job requires.
• Must have the ability to use diagnostic equipment safely and efficiently
• Basic automotive mechanical skills (Also servicing vehicles when no up-fitting projects available)
• Must have a valid state issued drivers’ license

Responsibilities

• Install radios, video systems, radars, wireless modems, center consoles, and other electrical components.
• Custom installation of public safety equipment in police, fire, and other vehicles.
• Interpret and create schematics; properly install equipment on vehicles.
• Fabricate brackets from aluminum and other material; develop wiring routes for efficient wiring paths.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems; follow drawings and schematics for installation.
• Disassemble and re-assemble vehicle components for up-fitting across various makes/models.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area; complete required paperwork.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Greer is seeking an experienced Emergency Vehicle Technician/Up-fitter to build and maintain our emergency services vehicles. You will install radios, video systems, lights, and other components, interpret schematics, and fabricate mounting brackets.

You will troubleshoot, document work, and collaborate with shop staff on a wide range of vehicle makes. Typical hours are Mon-Fri, 7:30 am–3:30 pm, with overtime as needed.