Truck Equipment Install & Diagnostics Technician

Wisconsin Body & Hoist / Lake Region Trailers; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lake Region Trailers in Chippewa Falls, WI, is seeking a hands-on technician to install truck equipment and diagnose, repair, and maintain trailers and related gear. Strong electrical and hydraulic skills, including PTO systems, are valuable for upfitting and service roles across trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment.

The role involves wiring, reading schematics, welding, fabrication, and coordinating with parts staff to keep jobs on track, while ensuring clear communication with customers about

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2–3 years of experience in truck equipment installation/upfitting or related field.
• Hands-on experience with electrical troubleshooting, wiring, PTO systems, and hydraulic systems preferred.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, service manuals, schematics and technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Install truck bodies, hydraulic systems, and related equipment onto new or existing chassis per manufacturer and customer specs.
• Wire new electrical systems and components for newly installed equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, hydraulic, PTO, mechanical, brake, suspension, and lighting systems on trailers and related equipment.
• Read blueprints, build sheets, wiring diagrams, and service manuals to complete installs and repairs accurately.
• Perform final inspection and functional testing before equipment is delivered or returned to service.
• Perform welding, fabrication, or cutting as needed for custom builds and repairs.
• Coordinate with the Parts Department and other technicians to keep jobs on track.
• Document installations, diagnoses, repairs, and recommendations clearly and accurately.
• Communicate directly with customers about installation needs, repair status, and timelines.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Truck equipment installation

Reading wiring diagrams

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Fabrication tools

Electrical wiring tools

PTO systems

Job description

Lake Region Trailers in Chippewa Falls, WI, is seeking a hands-on technician to install truck equipment and diagnose, repair, and maintain trailers and related gear. Strong electrical and hydraulic skills, including PTO systems, are valuable for upfitting and service roles across trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment.

The role involves wiring, reading schematics, welding, fabrication, and coordinating with parts staff to keep jobs on track, while ensuring clear communication with customers about