Truck Installation Technician — ESOP & Benefits

Cives; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Profit sharing

401(k)

401(k) matching

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Disability Insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

LINDCO Equipment Sales, Inc. (a division of Viking-Cives) is seeking an Installation Technician and Mechanic to fit and install heavy-duty snow and ice equipment on truck chassis for government clients.

You will build custom systems, read schematics, and perform repairs, with a team‑oriented, ESOP environment. The role requires 4+ years of hands-on experience with heavy truck equipment, welding, hydraulics, and electrical work.

Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints/CAD drawings is required.
• Welding, wiring, hydraulics and electrical components expertise desired.
• HS diploma or GED preferred; skilled trades certification a plus.
• 4+ years of hands‑on heavy-duty truck equipment experience.
• Ability to pass a knowledge assessment and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Install custom hydraulic equipment systems on chassis.
• Install pneumatics, electronics, fabricated and other components.
• Assemble products such as dump bodies and conduct daily forklift inspections.
• Route hydraulic lines and install 12-volt electrical systems.
• Perform repairs and support team collaboration as needed.

Skills

Read blueprints/CAD drawings

Welding

Wiring

Hydraulics

Electrical components

Verbal communication

Reliability

Education

HS diploma or GED

Skilled trades certification

Job description

LINDCO Equipment Sales, Inc. (a division of Viking-Cives) is seeking an Installation Technician and Mechanic to fit and install heavy-duty snow and ice equipment on truck chassis for government clients.

You will build custom systems, read schematics, and perform repairs, with a team‑oriented, ESOP environment. The role requires 4+ years of hands-on experience with heavy truck equipment, welding, hydraulics, and electrical work.