Upfit Technician II

Job Description

About the Role:

As a Service Technician 2, 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 .

Let’s Talk About You:

Your Profile:

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.

Advanced mechanical and 12v electrical skills with welding experience

Truck body or equipment manufacturing repair and ability to troubleshoot / problem solve with minimal supervision

Capability to work off scaffolding up ten to twelve feet.

Must have a current driver’s license.

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.

Mobile repair work (customer locations)

Perform other duties assigned by management.

Capability to install liftgates of all makes and models.

Benefits:

Company paid uniforms

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Excellent health benefits, including dental and vision

401k with match

Interest free tool loan

Leadership Attributes:

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about:

Embrace Diversity and Inclusion – Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness

Seek to Listen – Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions

Always Learn – Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo

Be Authentic – Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do

Win Together – Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash

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).

Working Conditions and Environment:

The work environment includes exposure to high decibels of noise, temperature, weather variations, metal welding processes and chemicals, which may include solvents, undercoating, paint, and caulking. Fast paced environment with moving equipment and motorized vehicles.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated applicants.Company Description

We are a world-class manufacturer of advanced engineered solutions and services for transportation, logistics and distribution industries, with capabilities recognized for innovation, reliability and industry expertise.

Our commitment to our customers, employees and communities drives everything we do. Our deep understanding for changing demands gives us insight into what to create and how to create it. And, our courage to make big innovations puts us in a class of our own in providing breakthrough improvements for our customers’ business.

Benefits For Full-Time Employees

Health And Wellness

Medical, Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k (with company match)

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Training Programs

Service Awards

Work/Life Balance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacations

Employee Discounts (including cell phones, electronics, restaurants, fitness clubs, automobiles and more)

Full-time