Automotive Vehicle Installation Technician

East Coast Emergency Vehicles, LLC  has been a leader in the emergency vehicle installation and supplier industry in the state of Virginia.  We are a full-service emergency vehicle equipment supplier and installer with county and municipal contracts. We currently hold and service the Virginia State Whelen Lighting contract for Whelen finished goods. At East Coast Emergency Vehicles our mission is to provide a superior customer experience, supply only the best quality brands, and achieve the highest degree of workmanship.  We take pride in every vehicle created and upfitted while being recognized as sales and installation specialists within the industry.

A Great Opportunity and Family-Friendly Schedule!

We are looking for candidates who thrive in a culture of prioritization and execution, with exceptional professional conduct, to join our team as an Automotive Vehicle Installation Technician. The right candidate will have experience and great attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and/or automotive experience.  This opportunity will allow the individual to grow as they increase their mechanical skills and receive training and education in upfitting vehicles for emergency responders.  The Automotive Vehicle Installation Technician plays a critical role in ensuring that our first responders operate safe, reliable, and effective vehicles.  The Automotive Vehicle Installation Technicians  are tasked with installing the following equipment: Emergency Vehicle Lighting and Control Systems, Sirens, Prisoner Transport Systems, Radios, Radar, In-Car-Camera Systems, License Plate Readers, Equipment Consoles and Cargo Cabinets, Weapon and Drone mounting systems, and front push bars, to name a few. 

Our Employee Compensation and Benefits show how much we value our Team!

Compensation:

• Competitive pay based on experience

Benefits:

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• 401K
• Paid time off and holidays

Schedule:

• FAMILY FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Full Time-Hourly
• Monday- Friday 7:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.  with opportunities for overtime

Location: 1639 Rio Road E, Charlottesville, VA 22901

Responsibilities:

• Removal of factory interior and exterior equipment and parts
• Installation of specialized emergency vehicle parts:  Lightbars, Emergency Lighting, Push Bumpers, Sirens, Controllers, Speakers, Partitions, Window Bars, Prisoner seats, Gun racks, Car Video, Computers, License Plate Recognition, and much more
• Follow in-shop clean-up and safety duties
• Keep tools and inventory neat and orderly

Attributes of a Strong Candidate:

• Experience in automotive repair, 2-way radio installation, and/or emergency installation 
• Experience working with hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, hand drills, etc.
• Aptitude in mechanical, electrical, and electronic components
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in, under, and around vehicles in a garage-like setting with no a/c
• Ability to work independently in a team environment
• Possess a current Driver’s License