Fleet Vehicle Upfitter II

Fleet Vehicle Upfitter II

Salary

$56,763.20 - $67,704.00 Hourly

Location

Beaufort

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202500784

Division

Public Safety

Department

Fleet Services

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The purpose of this position is to perform skilled electrical, mechanical, and fabrication work to install, configure, test, and maintain specialized equipment in County fleet vehicles under the general supervision of the Upfitter Lead. Ensures vehicles are safely equipped and operational in accordance with County standards, manufacturer specifications, and applicable safety requirements to support public safety and County operations. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Examples of Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Installs, wires, programs, and integrates emergency lighting, sirens, radios, mobile data systems, cameras, communication equipment, and other specialized vehicle components.
• Performs electrical diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and system modifications to ensure reliable operation and compliance with safety standards.
• Fabricates, mounts, and configures consoles, partitions, brackets, weapon racks, storage systems, and related equipment.
• Conducts testing, quality assurance inspections, and safety checks to verify proper installation and functionality prior to vehicle deployment.
• Maintains installation records, wiring documentation, inventory information, and work order updates within Fleet management systems.
• Removes, repairs, reconfigures, and recovers equipment from decommissioned vehicles for reuse or disposal in accordance with County procedures.
• Assists with the upfitting of law enforcement, emergency response, public works, and administrative vehicles to meet operational requirements and County standards.
• Maintains shop tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to less experienced team members and supports special projects as assigned.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by vocational training, technical school coursework, military training, or specialized training in automotive electrical systems, electronics, emergency vehicle equipment, or related fields is preferred.
• Over two years up to and including four years' experience in automotive electrical, mechanical, electronics, communications equipment installation, fleet maintenance, emergency vehicle upfitting, or closely related work. Experience involving public safety or specialty vehicle installations is preferred.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

• Preferred Certifications:

• ASE Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6) Certification.

• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Electrical Systems (T6) Certification.

• Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification.

• SoundOff Signal Blueprint, Whelen CenCom, or similar manufacturer certification.

• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification or equivalent safety training.

• IMPORTANT: Submit a copy of your certifications with application. Applications submitted without these items will not be considered.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.

01

Do you have more than two years and up to four years of experience in automotive electrical, mechanical, electronics, communications equipment installation, fleet maintenance, emergency vehicle upfitting, or closely related work?

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate your years of experience.

• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• More than 4 years

03

Do you have experience involving public safety or specialty vehicle installations?

• Yes
• No

04

If yes, please provide details regarding your public safety or specialty vehicle installation experience.

05

Do you currently possess any of the following preferred certifications? Please select all that apply.

• ASE Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6) Certification
• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Electrical Systems (T6) Certification
• Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification
• SoundOff Signal Blueprint Certification
• Whelen CenCom Certification
• Similar manufacturer certification
• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification or equivalent safety training
• None of the above

06

If you selected a certification above, please provide the certification name, issuing agency, and expiration date, if applicable.

Required Question

Employer Beaufort County South Carolina

Address 102 Industrial Village Rd

Building 1

Beaufort, South Carolina, 29902

Phone (843)255-2990

Website https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/