Senior Ambulance Remount Technician

VCI Emergency Vehicles; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists is the Northeast’s leading ambulance supplier and remount expert, with a forty-year history of serving EMS, hospitals, fire departments and private transport providers.

The Senior Ambulance Remount Technician performs skilled mechanical, electrical, and fabrication work to remove an ambulance module and install it on a new chassis, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Ambulance remounting or related trade experience required.
• Diagnose and repair 12-volt DC electrical systems using wiring diagrams, a digital multimeter, test lights, and troubleshooting methods.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with precision measurement, drilling, fastening, sealing, fit-up, and component installation.
• Fabrication experience; welding capability preferred for senior candidates.
• Read drawings and schematics; follow specifications and quality checklists.
• Record of safe work, reliable attendance, and personal accountability.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Complete ambulance remount projects from teardown to delivery.
• Inspect and document incoming units; identify damage, wear, and scope changes.
• Safely disconnect, lift, remove, and remount ambulance modules per torque and fixtures.
• Prepare and modify chassis and modules, including mounts, brackets, and interfaces.
• Fabricate and install components using metalworking, drilling, and welding.
• Install and test 12V DC and 120V AC circuits and wiring harnesses.
• Integrate HVAC, oxygen/suction, cabinetry, doors, and safety equipment.
• Troubleshoot fitment, electrical, and finish-quality issues; perform repairs.
• Document work, communicate delays, and maintain clean, safe work area.

Skills

Ambulance remounting

Electrical troubleshooting

Fabrication skills

Read schematics

Safety & quality

Tool usage

Mentor teammates

Education

High school diploma

Trade school training

Military/apprenticeship experience

Tools

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Metalworking tools

Digital multimeter

Electrical test equipment

Job description

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists is the Northeast’s leading supplier and service provider of ambulances. For more than 40 years, VCI has served fire departments, EMS agencies, municipalities, hospitals, and private medical transport organizations. VCI is a Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier (QVM) certified remount facility and supports customers through ambulance sales, remounting, service, repair, body work, graphics, parts, and mobile service.

About VCI

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists is the Northeast’s leading supplier and service provider of ambulances. For more than 40 years, VCI has served fire departments, EMS agencies, municipalities, hospitals, and private medical transport organizations. VCI is a Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier (QVM) certified remount facility and supports customers through ambulance sales, remounting, service, repair, body work, graphics, parts, and mobile service.

Position summary

The Senior Ambulance Remount Technician performs the skilled mechanical, electrical, fabrication, and systems‑integration work required to remove an ambulance module from its existing chassis, refurbish or modify it as needed, and install it safely on a new chassis. The successful candidate is a versatile craftsperson who can read schematics, diagnose 12-volt electrical systems, fabricate precise solutions, and take personal ownership of quality, safety, and schedule.

What you will do

• Complete ambulance remount projects from initial teardown through final inspection and delivery.
• Inspect and document the incoming unit; identify damage, wear, corrosion, fit‑up issues, and scope changes before and during teardown.
• Safely disconnect, lift, remove, position, align, and secure ambulance modules using approved fixtures, lifting equipment, mounting methods, and torque requirements.
• Prepare and modify new chassis and existing modules, including body mounts, brackets, steps, bumpers, cab‑to‑module interfaces, trim, seals, and related structural components.
• Fabricate and install components using measurement, layout, cutting, drilling, grinding, fastening, and welding techniques appropriate to steel and aluminum.
• Install, route, terminate, test, and troubleshoot 12‑volt DC and 120‑volt AC circuits, wiring harnesses, multiplex controls, warning systems, scene lighting, shore‑power systems, and vehicle accessories.
• Integrate and test module systems such as HVAC, oxygen and suction plumbing, cabinetry, seating, doors, latches, windows, lighting, and safety equipment, as assigned.
• Diagnose fitment, electrical, mechanical, and finish‑quality problems; develop sound repairs instead of passing defects downstream.
• Perform functional testing, leak checks, quality inspections, punch‑list corrections, and road‑test support before release.
• Follow applicable OEM instructions, Ford QVM requirements, federal vehicle safety requirements, and VCI quality and safety procedures.
• Accurately record labor, parts, inspection results, and work completed; communicate delays, material needs, and scope concerns early.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and help less‑experienced technicians improve their skills.
• All other duties as assigned

Required qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands‑on experience in ambulance remounting, emergency‑vehicle upfitting, specialty‑vehicle manufacturing, truck‑body installation, fleet repair, or a closely related trade.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair 12‑volt DC electrical systems using wiring diagrams, a digital multimeter, test lights, and systematic troubleshooting methods.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with precision measurement, drilling, fastening, sealing, fit‑up, and component installation.
• Working fabrication skills; ability to safely use common metalworking and power tools. Welding capability is strongly preferred for senior‑level candidates.
• Ability to read and follow drawings, electrical schematics, work instructions, build specifications, and quality checklists.
• A consistent record of safe work, reliable attendance, careful workmanship, and personal accountability.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to safely operate company and customer vehicles.
• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant trade‑school, military, or apprenticeship training is valued.

Highly preferred

• Direct experience completing Type I, Type III, or medium‑duty ambulance remounts.
• Experience with ambulance multiplex systems, warning‑light systems, HVAC, shore power, oxygen/suction systems, or Ford commercial chassis.
• Aluminum and/or steel MIG or TIG welding experience.
• Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT), ASE, HVAC/refrigerant, OEM, welding, or related certifications.
• Experience with Ford QVM processes, NFPA 1917, CAAS Ground Vehicle Standards, or structured vehicle quality‑control systems.
• Ability to lead a work cell, mentor teammates, or independently own a remount through completion.

How success will be measured

• Safe work with full adherence to lifting, electrical, fabrication, and shop procedures.
• Quality at the source: work passes inspection with minimal defects, rework, or comeback repairs.
• Productivity against planned labor hours and committed delivery dates.
• Accurate work‑order documentation, parts accountability, and timely escalation of issues.
• Team contribution, reliability, and care for customer vehicles and company equipment.

Physical and work requirements

This is a hands‑on shop role. The employee must be able to stand, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work in and around vehicle interiors for extended periods; safely use ladders, lifts, hoists, welding and fabrication equipment, hand tools, and power tools; and lift or move up to 50 pounds independently and heavier components with assistance or mechanical equipment. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

Compensation, benefits, and relocation

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

Hourly pay: $24–$55, based on directly relevant skills and experience. Overtime: Due to strong customer demand and a growing backlog, overtime is expected to remain available for the foreseeable future. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and paid holidays. Relocation: Assistance is available for highly qualified candidates and may include travel, temporary lodging, and moving reimbursement, subject to a written offer, successful completion of applicable background checks, and company policy.

Equal employment opportunity

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This description summarizes the role’s primary responsibilities and is not intended to list every duty. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.