Upfit Technician 2

Wabash; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid uniforms

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Excellent health benefits, including d

401k

Job summary

Wabash is seeking a Service Technician II to diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on truck bodies, trailers, and upfit equipment. The role emphasizes quality workmanship, safety, and dependable performance in a manufacturing/service setting.

The ideal candidate will work independently, read technical documents, and contribute to on-time vehicle returns. Expect hands-on fabrication, installation, and inspections with a focus on safety and customer

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and technical documents.
• Ability to work independently while delivering high-quality workmanship and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Complete non-standard upfit jobs and service repairs with electrical/hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Perform chassis prep, body mounts, liftgate install and quality inspections.
• Follow Wabash Nationals WPO guidelines and obtain necessary certifications.
• Work in a team environment and coordinate with others.
• Read work orders and verify VINs to ensure correct components and vehicles.
• Install liftgates for various makes and models.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Be dependable, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Maintain a customer-focused mindset and deliver high-quality results.

Job description

About the Role:

As a Service Technician II, you will perform a variety of advanced technical tasks related to truck bodies, trailers, and upfit equipment. This position is responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems while ensuring all work meets company quality and safety standards. Responsibilities include working with truck body and van electrical systems, hydraulic components, body mounts, and upfit installations. Service Technicians are expected to disassemble and reassemble truck body components, identify and resolve equipment issues, and perform repairs with minimal supervision. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. You will play a key role in ensuring vehicles and equipment are repaired, maintained, and returned to service safely and efficiently.

Your Responsibilities:

• Complete non-standard upfit jobs and service repair work that may require problem solving, fabrication, electrical / hydraulic troubleshooting and sometimes creative solutions while continually developing skillsets for continued growth.
• Chassis prep (minor modifications) / body mount / repair / 12v electrical / liftgate install, and quality inspection activities while adhering to all Wabash quality and EHS standards.
• Follow all Wabash Nationals WPO guidelines and attain all certifications necessary for job role.
• Work in a team environment.
• Read the work order completely, check the VIN on the vehicle to insure you have the correct components and vehicle for the assigned job.
• Capability to install liftgates of all makes and models.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and technical documents.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Benefits:

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

Physical Demands:

To successfully perform the essential functions of this role, employees must be able to:

• Stand, bend, squat, kneel, push, and pull for extended periods of time, utilizing a full range of motion and body mechanics throughout the workday.
• Work in kneeling positions and perform tasks underneath trucks, vans, and other equipment as required.
• Regularly lift and carry up to 35 pounds and frequently lift and carry up to 55 pounds.
• Safely work in environments that require the use of ladders, stairs, elevated platforms, and scaffolding.
• Frequently climb in and out of trucks, vans, and trailers, as well as work in confined or restricted spaces beneath vehicles.
• Safely operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and compressed‑air equipment.
• Operate material handling and lifting equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, and scissor lifts, in accordance with company safety procedures.

• This position is performed in a manufacturing and service environment where employees must maintain a strong commitment to safety, follow all company policies, and perform duties in a physically demanding environment while maintaining quality and productivity standards.

• Properly wear and utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.