Upfit Technician 1

Wabash; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company supplied uniforms

Paid Time Off (Vacation)

Paid holidays

Excellent health benefits, including 9

401k

Job summary

Wabash in Gary, Indiana seeks an Upfit Technician 1 to perform high-level truck body and trailer upfits, diagnose electrical/hydraulic issues, disassemble/reassemble sections, and ensure components align with work orders.

You will read drawings, operate tools, work at heights, and follow safety guidelines. A high school diploma/GED is required; welding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Intermediate mechanical skills and welding experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Truck body or equipment repair experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow Wabash guidelines, obtain certifications, wear PPE.
• Work in a team environment and perform repairs safely and timely.
• Read work orders and verify VIN and components before starting.
• Operate pneumatic and battery-powered cordless tools.
• Read basic drawings and prints; use lifting devices.
• Record part numbers on work orders; handle electrical/hydraulic issues.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Welding experience

Ability to read drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About the Role:

As an Upfit Technician 1, you will perform a variety of high-level activities related to truck body and trailers. Activities include but are not limited to knowledge of truck body and van electrical and hydraulic issues, disassemble and reassemble all sections of the truck body, body mounts, upfitting, as well as diagnose and repair as needed.

Your Responsibilities:

• Follow all Wabash Nationals WPO guidelines, attain all required certifications, work safely, and use proper PPE.
• Work in a team environment.
• Do repairs and procedures in a safe and timely manner.
• Before beginning an assignment, read the work order completely, check the VIN on the vehicle to insure you have the correct components and vehicle for the assigned job.
• Operate Pneumatic and battery powered cordless tools.
• Read basic drawings and prints.
• Ability to operate lifting devices (forklift/ stacker)
• Apply adhesives and mechanical fasteners, operate sanders and apply light duty paint material, operate saws and drill press equipment.
• Ability to record part numbers on work orders.
• Basic understanding of 12v or automotive electrical system.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Intermediate mechanical skills/knowledge and welding experience preferred
• Must have a current driver's license.
• Truck body or equipment manufacturing repair and ability to troubleshoot / problem solve with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work off scaffolding up ten to twelve feet.

Physical Demands:

• Requires minimum of eight hours standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling with a full range of body mechanics/movements.
• Required to kneel and work under a truck or van.
• Regularly required to lift and carry up to 35 (thirty-five) pounds. Frequently required to lift and carry up to fifty-five (55) pounds.
• Must be able to work in an environment requiring use of ladder, stairs, heights, platforms and climbing in and out of trucks and vans or working under trucks in tight spaces.
• Must have ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools safely, work with compressed air safely, operate fork trucks, overhead crane, and scissor lift safely and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE).

Benefits:

• Company supplied uniforms
• Paid Time Off (Vacation)
• Paid holidays
• Excellent health benefits, including dental and vision
• 401k