Truck Upfitting Technician - Fabrication & Wiring

Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On the job training

Advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

401k match

Profit sharing

Job summary

Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment, a division of Douglas Dynamics, is seeking an assembler/upfitter to fabricate, repair, maintain and install steel components on work trucks. You will follow blueprints and BOMs, meet production goals, and perform quality checks to ensure safety and reliability.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, and knowledge of 12-volt wiring and basic mechanical/electrical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Must maintain high accuracy in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Communicate professionally with supervisors and coworkers.
• Must manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of 12-volt electrical wiring systems.
• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude for troubleshooting.
• MIG welding knowledge preferred.
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools.
• Ability to operate hand/power tools safely.
• Good vision for inspecting work and identifying defects.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform upfit, fabrication, repair, maintenance and installation of steel items and equipment.
• Assemble according to Production Manager goals.
• Read and follow blueprints, diagrams, drawings, specs and BOMs.
• Meet production schedule deadlines.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure standards are met.
• Identify defects and document issues.
• Complete required documentation promptly.
• Consult supervisor for quality or procedure issues.
• Rework or repair assemblies per engineering changes.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Following instructions

Communication

Multitasking

Organization

12V electrical wiring

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

MIG welding

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical school experience (optional)

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

MIG welding equipment

Shop equipment

Job description

Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment, a division of Douglas Dynamics, is seeking an assembler/upfitter to fabricate, repair, maintain and install steel components on work trucks. You will follow blueprints and BOMs, meet production goals, and perform quality checks to ensure safety and reliability.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, and knowledge of 12-volt wiring and basic mechanical/electrical aptitude.