What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Installation Technician -$2,250.00 Sign-On Bonus position at Reading Truck?
$2,250.00 Sign-On Bonus
How You Will Make an Impact:
As a Truck Install Technician, you will work closely with the Shop Supervisor to install and upfit specialty truck equipment, including but not limited to dump bodies, crane bodies, bumper cranes, and electrical/hydraulic systems. You will also mentor and train other technicians while ensuring high-quality installations are completed efficiently.
We are a leading manufacturer, distributor, and fleet sales expert of premium truck bodies, committed to providing innovative solutions for vocational markets nationwide. Your role will help drive our success by utilizing your advanced technical skills and knowledge in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities:
The Reading Group, LLC (TRG) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, ancestry veteran status or any other status protected by law.
How We Make An Impact
At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As the world’s largest upfitter of work trucks, we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
Paid Training and Development Programs
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.
To learn more about Careers with Reading Truck with Reading Truck visit our careers page https://www.readingtruck.com/about/careers/
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How You Will Make an Impact:
As a Truck Install Technician, you will work closely with the Shop Supervisor to install and upfit specialty truck equipment, including but not limited to dump bodies, crane bodies, bumper cranes, and electrical/hydraulic systems. You will also mentor and train other technicians while ensuring high-quality installations are completed efficiently.
We are a leading manufacturer, distributor, and fleet sales expert of premium truck bodies, committed to providing innovative solutions for vocational markets nationwide. Your role will help drive our success by utilizing your advanced technical skills and knowledge in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install Specialty Equipment: Perform advanced installations of dump bodies, crane bodies, and other truck equipment.
- Mount Components: Install hitches, bumpers, ladder racks, mud flaps, back-up cameras, and more.
- Electrical and Hydraulic Work: Wire inverters (greater than 1500W), install strobe lights, troubleshoot and install electrical/hydraulic systems.
- Build and Lead Complex Upfits: Lead and execute more complex upfits independently, including advanced hydraulic and electrical builds.
- Training and Leadership: Train and mentor other technicians, leading upfit builds and overseeing quality control of installations.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct inspections of completed work to ensure adherence to company standards.
- Documentation and Compliance: Handle any hazardous materials in line with company safety standards and complete necessary administrative tasks.
- Other Duties: Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Shop Supervisor or Manager.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Strong knowledge in electrical systems, hydraulics, and light welding.
- Ability to read and understand schematics, including build, electrical, hydraulic, and upfit component schematics.
- Experience with ECM/TCM knowledge and systems troubleshooting.
- Proficient in operating crane systems (10K electric/hydraulic) and advanced knowledge in hydraulic installation and systems.
- Leadership & Training:
- Demonstrated ability to lead, instruct, and mentor a team of technicians.
- Capable of overseeing complex upfits and troubleshooting independently.
- Mechanical Aptitude:
- Strong mechanical skills, including knowledge of mounting service bodies, bumpers, and accessories.
- Experience with installing gas fill, DEF fill, Latch-Matic systems, and other standard products.
- Quality Inspection: Ability to conduct thorough inspections and ensure all installations meet quality standards.
- Education:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Certifications:
- ASE Certification preferred (may be required for higher tier levels).
- Weld Certification and Quality Inspection experience preferred.
- Minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience in truck equipment installation, electrical systems, and hydraulics.
- Proven ability to lead complex upfits and troubleshoot independently.
The Reading Group, LLC (TRG) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, ancestry veteran status or any other status protected by law.
How We Make An Impact
At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As the world’s largest upfitter of work trucks, we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
Paid Training and Development Programs
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.
To learn more about Careers with Reading Truck with Reading Truck visit our careers page https://www.readingtruck.com/about/careers/
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