Installation Technician/Industrial Sewer - Safe Fleet

Meet the Smart Safety Company

 Our name says it all. We make fleet vehicles – and everyone in and around them – safer. Our fleet safety platform brings together best-in-class products, ground-breaking technology, and a 100year history of fleet know-how and innovation to solve the world’s biggest fleet safety problems.

 Our core value is safety. Without safety first, efficiency and productivity are not possible. This is true for our products, our culture, and our relationship with our community. Our vision is to reduce preventable deaths and injuries in and around fleet vehicles with a goal of ZERO accidents.

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JOB SUMMARY: The Installation Technician/Industrial Sewer is responsible for installing electrical and mechanical accessories into work vans, box trucks, heavy duty trucks and trailers meeting strict company and automotive safety standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Automotive DC 12 Volt experience required.
• Ability to read, understand and follow technical specifications for the installation of low voltage equipment on work trucks, vans, and equipment.
• Assemble and install metal shelving units and accessories.
• Utilizes appropriate resources, such as the parts manual and computer, service bulletins and other resources to research problems, determines most effective and efficient method for installation or repairs.
• Diagnose and repair electrical components and systems related issues with safety as the top priority.
• Abide by all company policies and safety rules and assist in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Providing technical support and troubleshooting assistance when challenges arise             
• Prepare customer truck/trailer by inspecting equipment for installation.
• Installs and services company products and/or systems efficiently according to service schedules.
• Basic steel welding of bracketry and other support items for system installation.
• Runs appropriate lengths of electrical wire through frames, rails, and connects.
• Tests electrical plugs, motors and switches.
• Documents all work performed according to company guidelines.
• Qualified service work for warranty coverage within company policy and in conjunction with management.
• Examines issues with walk-in customers and makes quick repairs if possible.
• Sets up and operates industrial sewing machines, as well as performs machine maintenance to include: oiling, properly threading, and cleaning machines.
• Prepares materials to be used for each job by laying material out, accurately measuring with a ruler and cutting with material scissors.
• Reports problems or discrepancies to management immediately.
• Prepares materials to be used for each job in accordance with the job order, shop drawings and verbal/written instructions.
• Prepares sewing machine for each job with appropriate thread and by adjusting machine guides and presser foot.
• Moves completed product from worktable to appropriate area by lifting as needed.
• Applies knowledge of industrial sewing to accurately move product around during sewing operation.
• Attaches job order to completed product.
• Adheres to safety guidelines at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Ability to read work instructions.
• Written communication
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Problem solving
• Computer skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• A minimum of 1+ years of experience in 12-volt installations and/or commercial vehicle installs or upfits.
• Ability to work additional hours, including weekends, in accordance with business needs and other demands of the position.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings and wiring schematics.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; Reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and lift up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PPE REQUIREMENTS: In compliance with OSHA standards, it has been determined that Safety glasses and steel toe footwear are required on the plant floor. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• The working environment is in an unheated/air- conditioned manufacturing/warehouse setting where the employee may be exposed to dust, odors, oils, cleaning solvents, lubricants, or noise.

At Safe Fleet you are empowered to build a career that will take you where you want to go. You'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the tools necessary to achieve personal success. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including Medical, Dental, 401K and more!  

We're a background check, pre-hire drug screen and physical company, where allowed by law

*Safe Fleet does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry veteran status or any other status protected by law.

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