Truck Upfit Technician

BPG LLC dba J-Tech; Chester Springs (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Advancement opportunities

Steady full-time work

Job summary

J-Tech in Chester Springs, PA is seeking a reliable Truck Upfitter to install equipment on highway safety trucks and light/medium duty vehicles. Training is provided, and the role focuses on hands-on mechanical work, wiring, and assembly in a shop setting.

You will learn and apply 12V electrical skills, read work orders, and follow diagrams to ensure high-quality and safe installations. A strong work ethic and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude or interest in hands-on work.
• Willingness to learn new skills; no prior upfitting experience required.
• Basic familiarity with tools is a plus.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Install truck equipment such as toolboxes, stakesides, 12V lighting, sign stands, and arrow boards.
• Perform basic wiring for 12V lights and electrical components (training provided)
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment to complete installations
• Read and follow work orders, diagrams, and instructions
• Ensure all installations meet J-Tech quality and safety standards provided
• Move vehicles and materials within the shop safely
• Keep your workspace clean, organized, and safe

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Basic tool familiarity

Teamwork

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

12V electrical wiring

Job description

11 days ago Requisition ID: 1081

Salary Range: $20.00 To $24.00 Hourly

A career at J-Tech is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to help fulfill the vision and build the future of J-Tech!

The J-Tech vision is to “Make Roads Safer Workplaces” by focusing on our core mission while utilizing advanced technologies to enhance highway safety, creating manufacturing efficiencies, and by continuing to put a team in place to fulfill that mission. Join J-Tech to help shape the future of highway safety and make roads safer workplaces.

To help you get to know J-Tech, we have listed our core values that form the foundation for our company. J-Tech was built using these Core Values and Guiding Principles to guide and empower decision-making throughout the J-TECH organization.

INTEGRITY: We are honest, ethical, and fair.

INNOVATION: There is always a better way.

SAFETY: Safety drives what we do.

PROFITABILITY: A fair dollar for a superior product.

ACCOUNTABILITY: If it is up to me. It is up to me.

QUALITY: What we do, we do well.

TECHNOLOGY: Embrace the digital transformation.

Make the difference in ‘Making Roads Safer Workplaces’ and join the J-Tech team!

We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Truck Upfitter to join our team in Chester Springs, PA. In this role, you will install and assemble equipment on highway safety trucks and light and medium duty commercial vehicles, helping prepare them for customer use. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with tools, learning mechanical and 12V electrical skills and product assembly. Training is provided for the right candidate.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Install truck equipment such as toolboxes, stakesides,12V lighting, sign stands, and arrow boards etc.
• Perform basic wiring for 12V lights and electrical components (training provided)
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment to complete installations
• Read and follow work orders, diagrams, and instructions
• Ensure all installations meet J-Tech quality and safety standards provided
• Move vehicles and materials within the shop safely
• Keep your workspace clean, organized, and safe

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Mechanical aptitude or interest in hands-on work
• Willingness to learn new skills (no prior upfitting experience required)
• Basic familiarity with tools is a plus
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Pay:

• Competitive; based on experience and skill level. General range: $20 - $24/hour

Why Join Us?

• On-the-job training and skill development
• Opportunities for advancement within the company
• Steady, full-time work in a growing industry