Upfit Technician

As North America's leader in specialty vehicles, our 12 industry leading brands- Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™, and ITU®. Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers.

Upfit Technician | Independent Truck Upfitters | Oakland, IA

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $20.00 - 23.00

What you'll do:

Upfit Technician
At Independent Truck Upfitters, an Aebi Schmidt brand located in Oakland, we pride ourselves on innovation, collaboration and dedication to excellence. As part of the Aebi Schmidt Group, we are committed to delivering superior solutions to our customers as well as providing rewarding career opportunities.
Position
The Upfit Technician is responsible for the consistent and quality upfit installations of truck accessories and service repairs on various truck bodies.
Responsibilities
Complete consistent and quality installs of truck accessories. Including but not limited to lift gates, shelving units, toolboxes, body components and lighting systems
Complete custom service repairs on commercial vehicles and flatbeds
service repairs on truck bodies
Document the cause and corrections for all repairs
Fabricating custom mounting brackets
Read and follow detailed work orders, installation drawings, blueprints, etc.

Benefits
401K with Company Match
Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
Life & Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO) Program
Paid Holidays
Reimbursement for Select Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

What you need to be successful:

Qualifications
HS Diploma or GED required
Experience in a service shop environment preferred
Experienced with vehicle mechanics, including electrical systems, hydraulics and basic fabrication techniques
PTO experience a plus

Why The Shyft Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At The Shyft Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group, we deliver innovation. As North America's leader in specialty vehicles, our 12 industry leading brands- Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™, and ITU®.

With 3,000+ employees working together, we build high-quality vehicles and accessories that power essential industries. Our inclusive, entrepreneurial culture gives every team member the tools to make a meaningful impact-on our company, communities, and families.

Together, we drive innovation, creating smarter, more efficient solutions for the road ahead.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.