Level 4 Upfitter Technician

MBC Talent Connections

Belton, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ASE, Calendar Management, Cargo/Freight, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Fault Management, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Production Control, Quality Control, Quality Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Schematics, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Drawing, Technical Leadership, Testing, Vehicle Fleets, Wire Harness
LOCATION
Belton, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago

Level 4 Upfitter Technician / Team Lead

Role Overview

The Level 4 Upfitter Technician / Team Lead is responsible for leading complex police and emergency vehicle builds while overseeing technician workflow, quality control, and production efficiency. This role combines advanced automotive electrical expertise with hands-on leadership, troubleshooting, and build planning in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and mentor a team of upfitter technicians
  • Plan builds, schedules, and daily workflow to meet production goals
  • Conduct team huddles and provide technical guidance
  • Perform advanced emergency vehicle installations, including:

    • Wiring harnesses and non-OEM wire harness creation
    • Controllers, power supplies, and complete console wiring
    • Light bars, partitions, push bumpers, and storage systems
    • Camera systems, front/rear radar systems, and communications equipment
    • Prisoner partitions, cargo/storage boxes, and window barriers
  • Complete full interior and exterior upfit installations and modifications
  • Program systems and diagnose electrical faults
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams
  • Troubleshoot build issues and adapt to design or part incompatibility changes
  • Oversee build quality and production documentation
  • Analyze flag hour performance and production efficiency
  • Review quotes, build feasibility, and support new vehicle/product integrations
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality expectations

Industry Experience

  • Vehicle modification and custom police vehicle builds
  • Law enforcement fleet upfitting, including police, sheriff, and constable vehicles
  • Emergency vehicle modification and equipment integration

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Valid Texas driver's license required
  • 5+ years of automotive electrical systems experience preferred
  • 5+ years of police or emergency vehicle upfitting experience preferred
  • Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and organizational skills
  • Experience with wiring, programming, cable management, and secure routing
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and pass an extensive background check

Preferred Certifications

  • ASE Automotive Technician certification or valid mechanic's license
  • EVT (Emergency Vehicle Technician) certification

Compensation & Benefits

  • $35 per flag hour based on actual upfitting time per vehicle
  • Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off

About the Company

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MBC Talent Connections