Upfit Technician I

Wabash; California, Moreno Valley (MO, CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Service Technician I to join their team. In this hands-on role, you will work on truck bodies and trailers, engaging in repairs and maintenance while ensuring safety and compliance with company guidelines. Ideal candidates will possess strong mechanical skills and the ability to troubleshoot effectively. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, where your contributions directly impact the quality of service provided to customers. If you're passionate about hands-on work and have a knack for mechanical systems, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work off scaffolding up to 12 feet high.
• Experience in truck body or equipment manufacturing repair.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety guidelines and use proper PPE.
• Perform repairs and procedures in a safe and timely manner.
• Mobile repair work at customer locations.

Skills

Intermediate mechanical skills

Welding experience

Troubleshooting and problem solving

Current driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Fork trucks

Overhead crane

Scissor lift

Job description

About the Role:

As a Service Technician I, 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 Profile:

• 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.

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.


• Mobile repair work (customer locations)


• Perform other duties assigned by management.

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).