Truck Installation Technician II

J.B. Poindexter & Co.; Chesapeake (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Training programs

Job summary

Reading Truck in Chesapeake, VA seeks a Truck Installation Technician III to install specialty equipment under supervision, including service bodies, stake bodies, and hitches. You will mount racks and accessories, follow PPE rules, and assist with welding as needed.

Candidates should have welding and electrical wiring experience, be able to read schematics, and troubleshoot independently. This role offers growth, a robust benefits package, and on-site work with a sign-on bonus for eligible

Qualifications

• 2+ years of welding skills (metal and aluminum).
• 2+ years of electrical wiring.
• Ability to build schematics.
• Complex hydraulics knowledge is a plus.
• Independent ability to troubleshoot.
• Operate power hand tools and carry basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Install truck bodies, plows, and other commercial truck accessories.
• Mount hitches, shelves, drawers, ladder racks, mud flaps, etc.
• Follow safety rules and comply with PPE requirements.
• Basic weld experience (helpful).
• Train with other mechanics as needed and perform other duties.

Skills

Welding (metal)

Electrical wiring

Build schematics

Hydraulics knowledge

Troubleshooting

Power tools operation

Job description

$2,250.00Sign-OnBonus! (QualifiedTechnicians hired at levelII-IV)

How You Will Make an Impact

A Truck Installation Technician III at Reading Truck works under the direction of the Shop Supervisor to complete the installation of specialty truck equipment such as service utility bodies, stake bodies, dump bodies, hitches, and other commercial truck accessories.

The Nuts and Bolts

• Follow safety rules and comply with all PPE requirements.
• Install truck bodies, plows, commercial truck accessories.
• Mount hitches, shelves, drawers, ladder racks, mud flaps, etc.
• Basic weld experience (helpful)
• Train with other mechanics as needed
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor/Manager

Required Credentials

• 2+ years of welding skills (metal and aluminum)
• 2+ years of electrical wiring
• Ability to build schematics
• Complex Hydraulics knowledge and experience (a plus)
• Independent ability to troubleshoot
• Ability to operate power hand tools (and have basic tools)

How We Make an Impact

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As the world’s largest upfitter of work trucks, we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of Our Total Rewards

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tool Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and 10 Observed (Paid) Holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.