Hands-On Truck Upfitter: Hydraulic & Electrical Tech

Lake Region Trailers; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lake Region Trailers in Chippewa Falls, WI, is seeking a hands-on technician to install new truck equipment and diagnose, repair, and maintain trailers and related equipment.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of experience in truck equipment installation/upfitting, strong electrical and hydraulic skills, and the ability to read wiring diagrams and service manuals. A valid driver's license and a customer-focused approach are required.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in truck equipment installation/upfitting and related repairs.
• Hands-on experience with electrical troubleshooting, wiring, PTO and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, service manuals, schematics, and technical instructions.
• Welding, fabrication, cutting, blueprint reading, or vocational training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install truck bodies, hydraulic systems, and related equipment onto new or existing chassis per manufacturer and customer specs.
• Wire new electrical systems and components for newly installed equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, hydraulic, PTO, mechanical, brake, suspension, and lighting systems on trailers and related equipment.
• Read blueprints, build sheets, wiring diagrams, and service manuals to complete installs and repairs accurately.
• Perform final inspection and functional testing before equipment is delivered or returned to service.
• Perform welding, fabrication, or cutting as needed for custom builds and repairs.
• Coordinate with the Parts Department and other technicians to keep jobs on track.
• Document installations, diagnoses, repairs, and recommendations clearly and accurately.
• Communicate directly with customers about installation needs, repair status, and timelines.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Welding & fabrication

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Hydraulic testing tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Lake Region Trailers in Chippewa Falls, WI, is seeking a hands-on technician to install new truck equipment and diagnose, repair, and maintain trailers and related equipment.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of experience in truck equipment installation/upfitting, strong electrical and hydraulic skills, and the ability to read wiring diagrams and service manuals. A valid driver's license and a customer-focused approach are required.