Emergency Vehicle Technician/Installer (Gainesville, FL)

Description

About Dana Safety Supply

Founded in 2005, Dana Safety Supply is a national leader in public safety equipment with over 55 locations across 18 states. We specialize in providing the highest level of expertise to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Join a team of 700+ professionals dedicated to supporting those who protect our communities.


Position Summary

Dana Safety Supply is seeking a detail-oriented Emergency Vehicle Technician/Installer to join our growing team. This role is responsible for the professional installation, integration, and maintenance of high-tech 12-volt equipment in law enforcement, public safety, and federal vehicles. We provide industry-specific training for candidates with a strong foundational knowledge of automotive or marine electronics.

Primary Responsibilities

• Installation & Integration: Professionally install 12v electrical components including light bars, sirens, flashers, in-car video systems, and radio communications.

• Technical Assembly: Mount and secure vehicle hardware such as transport partitions, consoles, equipment racks, laptops, and printers.

• Networking & Comms: Install and configure antennas, routers, and GPS systems.

• Quality Control: Test, troubleshoot, and repair 12v circuits and equipment to ensure 100% functionality and safety compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Technical Aptitude: Strong understanding of vehicle wiring and the ability to identify/troubleshoot electrical circuits.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of automotive or marine 12v experience is preferred (but not required for the right candidate).

• Physical Dexterity: Ability to work with small objects, distinguish colors for wiring, and maintain high attention to detail. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand for extended periods; walk; sit, stoop, kneel, crouch; reach overhead and below shoulder level; Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s); stoop, maneuver into / out of tight spaces, speak and the ability to hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. Must be able to lift 75 lbs. repetitively and unassisted.

• Professionalism: Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with team members.

• Certifications: Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification desired but not required

Employment Requirements

• Must possess a valid Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record.

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.


Benefits & Compensation

Dana Safety Supply offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits suite, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Roth Retirement Plans

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paternity Leave

• Employee Rewards & Recognition program.


• Standard Monday-Friday work week (with occasional weekend overtime for large projects)