Upfit Technician

The Shyft Group USA, Inc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

Educational reimbursement

EAP

Dependent Care

Job summary

The Shyft Group is seeking an Upfit Technician (Independent Truck Upfitters) in Jupiter, FL. This hourly non-exempt role offers opportunities to install truck accessories and perform service repairs on various truck bodies.

You will document repairs and fabricate mounting brackets while following detailed work orders and blueprints. Ideal candidates have a HS diploma or GED and experience in a service shop, with skills 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

• The UpfitTechnician installs truck accessories and performs service repairs on various truck bodies with quality and consistency.
• Complete installs of truck accessories, including lift gates, shelving units, tool boxes, body components and lighting systems.
• Perform custom service repairs on commercial vehicles and flatbeds, and document causes and corrections.
• Fabricate mounting brackets and read installation orders, drawings and blueprints.

Skills

Vehicle mechanics

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Fabrication techniques

PTO experience

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Upfit Technician | Independent Truck Upfitters | Jupiter, FL (RTB)

Regular Employee |Hourly Non-Exempt | $20.00 - 25.00

What you’ll do:

The UpfitTechnician is responsible for the consistent and quality upfit installations oftruck accessories and service repairs on various truck bodies.

• Complete consistent and quality installs oftruck accessories
  Including but not limited to lift gates,shelving units, tool boxes, body components and lighting systems
• Complete custom service repairs on commercialvehicles 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.

Upfit Technician | Independent Truck Upfitters | Jupiter, FL (RTB)

Regular Employee |Hourly Non-Exempt | $20.00 - 25.00

What you’ll do:

The UpfitTechnician is responsible for the consistent and quality upfit installations oftruck accessories and service repairs on various truck bodies.

• Complete consistent and quality installs oftruck accessories
  Including but not limited to lift gates,shelving units, tool boxes, body components and lighting systems
• Complete custom service repairs on commercialvehicles 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, includingelectrical 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

At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

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.