Public Safety Vehicle Upfitting Technician

Dana Safety Supply, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Roth Retirement Plans

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO) and PaternityLeave

Employee Rewards & Recognition program

Job summary

Dana Safety Supply, Inc. is a national leader in public safety equipment with a network of locations across multiple states. We seek an Emergency Vehicle Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and inspect emergency response vehicles and equipment.

The EVT will work on vehicle electrical systems, lighting, radios, cameras, and upfitting components to keep fleets compliant with standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive electrical systems, fleet maintenance, or emergency vehicle installation.
• Knowledge of 12V and 24V electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and testing instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 75 pounds.
• Valid Driver’s License and must maintain the company’s driving guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure emergency vehicle equipment, including warning lights, sirens, radios, antennas, cameras, computer docking stations.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and electronic issues affecting vehicle operations and emergency equipment functionality.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections to ensure vehicle readiness, reliability, and compliance with agency standards.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, technical manuals, schematics, and installation instructions.
• Conduct troubleshooting of vehicle electrical systems, power distribution systems, and communication equipment.
• Install and terminate wiring harnesses, connectors, relays, switches, circuit protection devices, and related components.
• Perform quality control inspections on completed installations and repairs.
• Maintain accurate service records, installation documentation, and inventory accountability.
• Coordinate with fleet managers, law enforcement agencies, fire departments, EMS personnel, vendors, and manufacturers to resolve technical issues.
• Test and verify functionality of emergency lighting, sirens, radios, GPS systems, mobile data terminals, and other mission-critical equipment.

Skills

Automotive electrical systems

Fleet maintenance

Emergency vehicle installation

Readable schematics

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Testing instruments

Troubleshooting

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Testing instruments

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Dana Safety Supply, Inc. is a national leader in public safety equipment with a network of locations across multiple states. We seek an Emergency Vehicle Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and inspect emergency response vehicles and equipment.

The EVT will work on vehicle electrical systems, lighting, radios, cameras, and upfitting components to keep fleets compliant with standards and regulations.