Upfit Technician

Upfit Technician | Independent Truck Upfitters | Kansas City, MO (ITU)

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $18.00 - 22.00

What you'll do:

The Upfit
Technician is responsible for the consistent and quality upfit installations of
truck accessories and service repairs on various truck bodies.

• Complete consistent and quality installs of
  truck accessories
  Including but not limited to lift gates,
  shelving units, toolboxes, body components and lighting systems
• Prepare chassis for truck body installation, such as hitch components, hitch plates, fuel system components, electrical wiring, sheer bars, etc...
• Read and follow detailed work orders, installation drawings, blueprints, etc.
• Perform basic troubleshooting
• Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required for installations and service repairs
• Complete warranty service repairs on commercial vehicles
• Document cause and corrections completed for all warranty and service repairs
• Self-check work and inspect prior processes
• Complete inspection check sheet
• Initiate process improvements to support completing shop goals
• Fabricating custom mounting brackets
• Other duties as assigned

• HS Diploma or GED required
• Able to read and use a tape measure
• Basic writing knowledge (cutting, stripping, and connecting)
• Experience in a service shop environment preferred
• Experienced with vehicle mechanics, including
  electrical systems, hydraulics and basic fabrication techniques
• Welding is a plus
• PTO experience a plus
• Dependable, self-starter with proven track record of being reliable
• Team oriented along with a positive attitude
• May be required to accumulate tools and equipment to perform assigned tasks
• Work overtime as needed

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.

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.