Remount Technician

Vci Emergency Vehicle Specialists; New Jersey; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists in New Jersey is seeking an installer to install, test, repair, and remove emergency vehicle equipment such as light bars, sirens, radios, and related hardware. You will work on remounts, wiring, and chassis upgrades, ensuring precise alignment and safety.

Applicants must bring their own tools, have a valid driver's license, and be able to lift 50+ lbs. A high school diploma or GED is required, with automotive tech schooling a plus.

Qualifications

• Own tools and valid driver’s license required.
• Read and follow work orders.

Responsibilities

• Perform remount and disassembly of emergency vehicle bodies from old chassis.
• Install emergency equipment into specialty vehicles.
• Mount and align vehicle modules onto new chassis with precision and accuracy.
• Reconnect, modify, or replace electrical wiring, lighting, control systems, and HVAC components.
• Remove and re-install OEM vehicle interior trim.
• Fabricate, repair, or modify brackets, panels, cabinetry, and hardware through soldering and drilling when needed.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues with equipment as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe and organized work areas while adhering to company and OSHA safety standards.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Own tools

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Why VCI:

At VCI, we're dedicated to supporting the emergency responders who serve our communities every day. What sets us apart is our commitment to both our customers and our employees. We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) retirement plan, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid Holidays and the opportunity to work alongside a team of nearly 100 professionals.

Our team includes former and current fire chiefs, EMTs, paramedics, police officers, firefighters, rescue personnel, and skilled industry experts, all working together in state-of-the-art facilities to ensure emergency vehicles remain mission-ready. When you join VCI, you become part of an organization that values teamwork, professionalism, and taking care of its people.

Primary Function:

This position is responsible for installing, testing, repairing, and removing emergency vehicle equipment, including but not limited to light bars, flashers, sirens, radios, speakers, antennas, stretchers and other emergency equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform remount and disassembly of emergency vehicle bodies from old chassis.
• Install emergency equipment into specialty vehicles.
• Mount and align vehicle modules onto new chassis with precision and accuracy.
• Reconnect, modify, or replace electrical wiring, lighting, control systems, and HVAC components.
• Remove and re-install OEM vehicle interior trim.
• Fabricate, repair, or modify brackets, panels, cabinetry, and hardware through soldering and drilling when needed.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues with equipment as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe and organized work areas while adhering to company and OSHA safety standards.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Applicants must have their own tools and a valid driver’s license
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50+lbs.
• Ability to read and follow work orders.

Experience:

High School Diploma or GED, automotive technical school a plus but not required.