RV Technician with Electrical Upgrades Experience

Lithia & Driveway; Oregon; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80 hours PTO front-loaded

Great benefits

Career opportunities

Job summary

Airstream Adventures/Ultimate Airstreams, part of Lithia & Driveway, is hiring an RV Electrical Technician in Clackamas, OR. You will join a team upgrading and wiring Airstream travel trailers, leveraging experience in RV electrical and solar systems to deliver high-quality builds.

Expect collaboration with designers and shop foremen, hands-on electrical work, and a path for career growth within the Lithia family. Competitive pay, strong benefits, and potential overtime are offered.

Qualifications

• RV electrical upgrades experience required.
• Experience installing Victron Energy components for off-grid power.
• Experience installing solar energy systems (panels and controllers).
• Experience with RV plumbing, appliances, heating and AC systems.
• Experience installing 12V/120V electrical components in RVs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with problem solving.
• 2–3 years hands-on RV/auto/van building or related trades.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Good communication with guests, designers, foremen and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist in customizing and upgrading Airstream travel trailers.
• Provide excellent guest service to guests and team members.
• Collaborate with designers, shop foremen and craftsmen during builds.
• Apply electrical skills to off-grid and connected RV power systems.

Skills

RV electrical

Victron energy

Solar energy systems

12V/120V electrical

Mechanical problem solving

Guest communication

Attention to detail

Education

2–3 years hands-on RV/auto/van building experience

RVIA/RVDA Certified Technician

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Victron Energy components

Solar panels

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Dealership:

L0564 Ultimate Airstreams

Ultimate Airstreams (Clackamas, OR)

Now Hiring: Airstream RV Electrical Technician!

• 80 Hours of PTO front-loaded on day 1


• Great benefits and career opportunities


• Pay: $28 - $42 per hour (DOE)


• Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7 am-5:30 pm, potential for overtime

Airstream Adventures\\Ultimate Airstreams has joined the Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) family; one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S., and one of the fastest-growing companies on the Fortune 150.

At Airstream Adventures, we pride ourselves in providing the inspiration and freedom to explore new lands, rekindle old adventures, and discover new friendships without boundaries. Our purpose is to provide our Guests the opportunity to create memories and adventures in an Airstream that will last for generations and our team members with the opportunity to grow professionally and personally. We believe that when we put people first, financial rewards will follow.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN RV ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

As an RV Technician you will utilize your experience in any of several disciplines, including Automotive Electrical Technician or Mechanic, Plane or Boat Mechanic, Carpentry, Car Audio, Solar Energy, Low Voltage Electrician, Custom Van Builder, or other skilled trades such as Electrician or Plumber.

You will work alongside our team of Cabinet makers, Metal fabricators and upholstery Team Members to customize and upgrade Airstream travel trailers like you have never seen before!. You will also strive to provide excellent guest service to external and internal Guests/Team Members to maintain Guest/Team Member relations. This is just a snapshot of what this important role provides to our team!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN RV ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

• RV electrical upgrades experience


• Experience Installing Victron Energy Components to build off grid power systems


• Experience installing Solar energy systems that include Solar panels and Victron Energy charge controllers.


• Experience with RV plumbing, RV appliances, RV heating and Air conditioning systems.


• Experience installing 12-volt Lithium-ion battery banks / 120-volt AC electrical components


• Strong mechanical aptitude with problem solving skills


• 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience in RV, automotive, Adventure Van Building or related trades (carpentry, electrical, plumbing).


• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship


• Good communication skills for working with Guest, Project Designers, shop foremen, and team members


• RVIA/RVDA Certified Technician, preferred but not required


• Valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable driving record.


• Participate in continuing education and training.

We offer the best-in-class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay


• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans


• Paid Holidays & PTO


• Short and Long-Term Disability


• Paid Life Insurance


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Lithia Learning Center


• Vehicle Purchase Discounts


• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Information about LITHIA’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.lithiacareers.com/