Vehicle Installer

About the role

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Installer in Birmingham, AL, to support our fast-growing MSS division.

Responsibilities

• Connecting electrical fittings, drilling holes, soldering, and performing all physical tasks associated with modifying vehicles for the acceptance of emergency-related equipment.
• Installing electrical wiring, antenna systems, route antenna, data, and power cabling, and applying a variety of electrical connectors.
• Disassembling and reassembling trim, seats, lights, headliners, and carpet in motor vehicles, heavy equipment, and any other type of equipment to properly route wiring and install equipment.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing problems with equipment as necessary.
• Completing installations for diverse range of vehicle makes and models, including sedans, SUVs, commercial trucks, buses, motorcycles, and ATVs.
• Maintaining a safe and clean environment including orderly of tools.
• Learning new products, skills techniques from colleagues and manufacturers.
• Completing all required paperwork and documentation.
• Maintaining customer confidence by keeping service information confidential.

Requirements

• 2 years of technical experience, or a combination of related education/experience.
• Basic knowledge and experience with the installation of systems/equipment within various vehicle types, such as 2-way radios, controls, lighting, cameras, antennas, GPS, sirens, and other relevant devices/public safety equipment.
• Knowledge/ability to read electrical and install diagrams.
• Basic ability to test/troubleshoot electrical and system issues.
• Ability to assemble/disassemble, properly route wiring, connect electrical fittings, install wiring harnesses, drill holes, solder, and perform the physical tasks associated with the vehicle upfits and installations.
• Basic understanding of DC voltage, resistance, and current.
• Basic understanding of wire gauges and fuses based on DC current demand.
• Ability to use basic tools and test equipment, including hand tools, power drillers, multi-meters, and watt meters.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel as necessary to support company and customer needs.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Physical stamina and strength.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Education and Certification Incentives, and much more.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

First shift hours Monday – Friday, with occasional 2nd or 3rd shift and weekends depending on project schedules.