Automotive Accessory Installer Baltimore

Accessory Installers

Auto Warehousing (AWC) has been family-owned and operated for more than 50 years and is North America's leader in finished vehicle logistics. Our mission is to service customer vehicles safely, efficiently, with quality and pride. Our Associates are the reason for our success, and developing their talent remains critical to our future.

AWC is hiring a full time Accessory Installers at our Baltimore Fairfield location (Curtis Bay area).

The general pay for this position is $20.33-$22.59 per Hour

AWC offers a generous benefits package supporting both physical and mental well-being. Benefits include health insurance for associates, spouses, and children.

Summary of Position:

The primary responsibility of this position is to execute the disassembly/reassembly of vehicle parts as specified in the work order. This ensures that all components are properly removed and/or correctly installed and the vehicle is restored to its proper condition. Incumbents to this position must be comfortable utilizing various hand tools in the performance of their duties.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Tasks:

Prepare vehicle for removal and replacement of air bag

Drive and park vehicle in appropriate work station

Verify the VIN of vehicle is the VIN on the work order

Remove all trim parts in vehicle and place them on the shadow board for reassembly

Remove and replace fasteners, and disengage wire harness

Utilize impact gun to disengage and remove air bag

Remove and ensure proper disposition air bag

Obtain proper air bag

Connect air bag to wire harness and secure in place

Reassemble all trim pieces that were removed and place on shadow board

Install cargo partition between passenger and cargo area

Obtain appropriate lower partition from kitting rack

Install and secure by bolting partition in place

Obtain appropriate upper partition from kitting rack

Install and secure by clipping, riveting, and bolting partition in place

Reposition existing lights in the cargo area of the vehicle

Obtain jumper wire from kitting cart

Connect jumper wire and route wire harness into the proper location in the vehicle frame

Snap dome lights into proper opening

Change out front headliner and install scuff plates

Disassemble and remove trim pieces to access headliner

Route wire harness with dome light to the appropriate space

Verify continuity within wire harness

Obtain appropriate headliner, and guide into place

Secure headliner with push pins and reassemble trim pieces into place

Obtain appropriate scuff plate from the kitting cart

Position scuff plate in line with screw holes and secure utilizing screw gun

Keep tools maintained and secure

Train and develop new associates and team members

Execute all other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Able to drive both standard and automatic automobiles
• Ability to adhere to strict quality standards without variance
• Ability to interact with others effectively and work in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Good visual ability

Education, Experience, and Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 months experience or vocation education in manufacturing and/or assembly
• Pass the AWC driver's safety test at 80% or better
• Follow directions, both written and verbal
• Valid driver's license; good driving record

Auto Warehousing Company, including its subsidiaries, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.