Upfit Technician 1

About the Role

As an Upfit Technician, 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
• diagnose and repair as needed

Your Responsibilities

Follow all Wabash 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
• 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

Before beginning an assignment, read the work order completely and check the VIN on the vehicle to ensure you have the correct components and vehicle for the assigned job.

Perform other duties assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

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 drivers license

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.

Why Youll Love Working With Us

We believe great people deserve great perks. Heres just a glimpse of what we offer to support your growth, well-being, and success.

Top-tier Benefits - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy and thriving.

• Future-Focused - 401k plan to help you plan confidently for whats next.
• Education on Us - No-cost degree programs and generous tuition reimbursement to help you grow your career without the debt.
• Career Growth - Access to mentorship programs and continuous learning opportunities.
• Support When You Need It - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for lifes ups and downs.
• Give Back - Paid time to volunteer and make a difference in your community.
• Youre Appreciated - Regular employee recognition and appreciation events that celebrate YOU.

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.