Vehicle Upfitter

Public Safety Vehicle Electronics TechnicianThis position is considered a Safety-Sensitive position. Applicants who pass the interview process will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.General Description: The Public Safety Vehicle Electronics Technician is responsible for the inventory, installation, maintenance, and repair of specialized equipment in public safety vehicles, including police cars, fire vehicles, and other emergency service units. This position ensures all systems, such as emergency lighting, sirens, mobile data terminals, radio systems, vehicle cameras, and other electronic equipment, function properly to support operational readiness and officer safety.Essential FunctionsMust be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the business.Install and remove vehicle equipment including but not limited to lights, sirens, radios, video systems, prisoner partitions, gun racks, and consoles.Perform diagnostics and repairs on vehicle equipment and associated electronics.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving technologies used in public safety vehicles.Collaborate with city department representatives to resolve problems efficiently regarding new and existing hardware, software, and technology-based programming installations.Program and update software for Emergency Equipment, GPS systems, camera systems, and communication devices.Coordinate with outside vendors for installations and ensure vehicles are properly configured.Maintain accurate records of installations, repairs, and inventory of equipment and parts.Respond to field calls for emergency equipment repairs as needed.Follow safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment.Maintain inventory of fixed assets, including emergency equipment, camera systems, and communication devices installed in or removed from emergency vehicles.Tests, evaluates, and recommends software and hardware for purchase.Collaborates with department personnel to ensure installation practices align with the industry's best practices and standards.Physical DemandsPerforms work that involves walking, standing, sitting, crouching, and crawling on a regular basis, and exerting up to 25 pounds of lifting regularly. Sustained keyboard operations.Work is performed in a garage/shop environment and occasionally outdoors or in the field.Must be able to work within vehicle passenger and cargo compartments for extended periods.Typical QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience Requirements:Requires a high school diploma or GED.Two (2) years of technical training or experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience that would prepare the candidate to perform the duties of the position is preferred.Special Certifications and Licenses Required:Must have a valid driver's license.Must be able to complete Mobile Camera Installation Certification within 6 months of hire.The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.