Upfit Technician

The Shyft Group; Roseville (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) with match

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

The Shyft Group in Roseville, MI is seeking an Upfit Technician to perform consistent, high-quality upfit installations of truck accessories and service repairs on various truck bodies. You will work in a shop environment, reading work orders and drawings to guide installations, including lift gates, shelving, toolboxes, and lighting systems.

Qualified candidates have HS diplomas or GED, and experience in vehicle mechanics, electrical systems, hydraulics and basic fabrication.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a service shop environment preferred.
• Experienced with vehicle mechanics, including electrical systems, hydraulics and basic fabrication techniques.
• PTO experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete consistent and quality installs of truck accessories.
• Including but not limited to lift gates, shelving units, toolboxes, body components and lighting systems.
• Complete custom service repairs on commercial vehicles and flatbeds.
• Service repairs on truck bodies.
• Document the cause and corrections for all repairs.
• Fabricating custom mounting brackets.
• Read and follow detailed work orders, installation drawings, blueprints, etc.

Skills

Vehicle mechanics

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Fabrication

PTO experience

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Upfit Technician | Independent Truck Upfitters | Roseville, MI Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $19.00 - 22.00

What you’ll do:

The Upfit Technician is responsible for the consistent and quality upfit installations of truck accessories and service repairs on various truck bodies.

• Complete consistent and quality installs of truck accessories
• Including but not limited to lift gates, shelving units, toolboxes, body components and lighting systems
• Complete custom service repairs on commercial vehicles and flatbeds
• service repairs on truck bodies
• Document the cause and corrections for all repairs
• Fabricating custom mounting brackets
• Read and follow detailed work orders, installation drawings, blueprints, etc.

What you need to be successful:

• HS Diploma or GED required
• Experience in a service shop environment preferred
• Experienced with vehicle mechanics, including electrical systems, hydraulics and basic fabrication techniques
• PTO experience a plus

Why The Shyft Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group, we deliver innovation. As North America’s leader in specialty vehicles, our 12 industry leading brands— Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™, and ITU®.

With 3,000+ employees working together, we build high-quality vehicles and accessories that power essential industries. Our inclusive, entrepreneurial culture gives every team member the tools to make a meaningful impact—on our company, communities, and families.

Together, we drive innovation, creating smarter, more efficient solutions for the road ahead.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at [e-mail].

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.