Automotive Installer (Emergency Vehicles)

About The Position

Crown North America, a Safe Fleet Brand, is a leading force in innovative upfitting solutions for clients across North America. We are looking to add full-time Automotive Installers to our Day Shift (6:00am to 2:30pm) at our Hammond, IN (East Chicago Area) location. If you value creativity, are into cars and electronics, appreciate a fast-paced work environment, and need interesting work that will allow you to truly have an impact, this is the place for you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Working and reporting directly to the Production Supervisor, the Automotive Installer will perform all upfitting tasks, which include but are not limited to:

• Installing all equipment necessary to modify brand-new vehicles into police and emergency vehicles, including routing and installing wire harnesses, controllers, partitions, auxiliary batteries, light bars, push bumpers, power supplies, component trays, and consoles
• Disassembling and reassembling factory vehicles
• Reading drawings, including electrical schematics, with limited help
• Working in an industrial environment that may require heavy physical duties, including frequent standing, bending, twisting, stooping, and kneeling
• Fieldwork may be required at times as well as varying work hours; some overtime may be required
• Maintaining shop and work bay cleanliness
• Performing other tasks as assigned by leadership
• Working independently, maintaining accurate records, finding efficiencies while respecting quality, and contributing ideas to the company
• Supplying your own basic set of tools commonly used in the performance of automotive repair work (time will be given to new employees to purchase these items after hire if required)

Requirements

• Experience working with automotive electrical systems
• Experience working with automotive mechanical systems
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Constructive team player
• Positive attitude
• Detail-oriented and focused on quality workmanship

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher consideration will be given to candidates with relevant training, experience, and/or Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including Medical, Dental, 401K, and bonuses.