Quality Assurance Technician

EliteVehicle; Wall (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401k Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

EliteVehicle seeks a Quality Assurance Inspector to oversee quality checks on custom emergency vehicle upfits, ensuring compliance with safety and public safety standards. You will assess vehicles equipped with police, fire, and EMS gear and verify installations and performance.

Role requires direct experience in emergency vehicle upfitting or police/emergency backgrounds, plus a year of QA or related technical experience. Collaboration with upfit technicians and QA Manager is essential.

Qualifications

• Direct experience in emergency vehicle upfitting is required.
• Experience in police work or emergency services with technical aptitude is required.
• 1+ years of quality assurance inspection, automotive diagnostics, or related field is required.
• Strong understanding of 12-volt automotive electrical systems and wiring schematics.
• Ability to use specialized QA software for daily reporting is required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive quality inspections of custom emergency vehicle upfits, verifying correct installation of light bars, sirens, radios, and equipment.
• Perform functional testing to verify compliance with agency specifications and regulatory standards.
• Identify, document, and troubleshoot defects or nonconformities before deployment to fleets.
• Collaborate with upfit technicians and QA Manager to monitor production processes and maintain quality.
• Log inspections and generate reports daily using QA software.
• Ensure every vehicle leaving the facility is 100% mission-ready and safe.

Skills

Emergency vehicle upfitting experience

Police/emergency services background

QA inspection experience

12V electrical systems

QA software usage

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Summary:

The Quality Assurance Inspector plays a vital role on the QA team, inspecting custom emergency vehicle upfits to ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and public safety. You will evaluate vehicles fully equipped with complex police, fire, and EMS gear. Because these vehicles are mission-critical, this role requires direct experience in emergency vehicle building or a strong background in police and emergency work.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive quality inspections of custom emergency vehicle upfits, verifying the correct installation of light bars, sirens, communication radios, prisoner transport systems, and tactical equipment.
• Perform rigorous functional testing to verify compliance with agency specifications and regulatory standards.
• Identify, document, and troubleshoot defects or nonconformities before deploying vehicles to law enforcement and first-responder fleets.
• Collaborate closely with upfit technicians and the QA Manager to monitor production processes and maintain quality consistency.
• Utilize standardized QA software daily to log inspections, generate reports, and track process improvements without requiring travel.
• Ensure every vehicle leaving the facility is 100% mission-ready and safe for emergency personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Mandatory: Direct experience in emergency vehicle upfitting, OR prior experience in police work/emergency services with a strong technical and mechanical aptitude.
• 1+ years of experience in quality assurance inspection, automotive diagnostics, or a closely related technical field.
• Thorough understanding of specialized emergency equipment and how it functions in high-stress, real-world environments.
• Strong familiarity with 12-volt automotive electrical systems and complex wiring schematics.
• Ability to utilize specialized QA software for accurate daily reporting.
• Exceptional attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and public safety.

Preferred Skills

• Deep knowledge of compliance standards for municipal, state, and federal emergency fleets.
• Matching 401k Plan
• Paid time off

All applicants must pass all pre-employment testing, including background checks, motor vehicle checks, and pre-employment drug tests, and present a valid driver’s license.

EOE/Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status and any other applicable protected classification.

Pursuant to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all applicants who are offered employment must produce documents establishing their identity and authorization for employment in the United States. You must provide these documents no later than three (3) business days after you begin employment. In addition, all new hires must verify their employment authorization under oath by signing Form I-9 when they begin employment.