Law Enforcement Vehicle Upfitting Technician

Eastern Communications; Hazlet Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401k and company match

Annual performance review and bonus

Paid holidays, vacation and sick days

Ongoing technical training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Easter n Communications, Ltd. in Hazlet, NJ, seeks a Vehicle Installation Technician to outfit law enforcement, fire, and utility vehicles with specialized systems and components.

You will install, configure, and maintain sirens, comms systems, routers, antennas, and related equipment, following manuals and safety standards, while coordinating with the Installation Supervisor and documenting configurations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in automotive tech/electronics advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Experience in automotive upfitting, electronics installation, or related technical roles.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools used in automotive/electronic work.
• Familiarity with law enforcement equipment (emergency lighting, comms, computer setups).
• Detail-oriented with meticulous work ethic.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Clear communication with team, supervisors, and client personnel.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure a variety of equipment in police, fire, or utility vehicles (sirens, comms, routers, antennas, CCTV, computers).
• Collaborate with Installation Supervisor to plan installations per vehicle specs and department needs.
• Follow manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to ensure proper integration and safety compliance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment functionality; perform repairs or replacements as needed.
• Conduct quality control checks on installations and alignments to meet safety standards.
• Maintain detailed records of installed equipment, wiring diagrams, and configurations.
• Stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes affecting vehicle upfitting.
• Communicate effectively with team members and law enforcement personnel to capture requirements.
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance skills and stay updated.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Experience in automotive upfitting

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Manuals and wiring diagrams reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Automotive/electronics technical training

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Easter n Communications, Ltd. in Hazlet, NJ, seeks a Vehicle Installation Technician to outfit law enforcement, fire, and utility vehicles with specialized systems and components.

You will install, configure, and maintain sirens, comms systems, routers, antennas, and related equipment, following manuals and safety standards, while coordinating with the Installation Supervisor and documenting configurations.