Vehicle Electronics Technician

DATTCO, Inc. is a third generation, family owned company, and New England's largest passenger transportation provider. Founded in 1924, DATTCO entered the motorcoach industry during the 1964 New York World's Fair and has grown into one of the region's most respected transportation companies.

Today, DATTCO employs more than 2,600+ people, operates a fleet of 1,600+ revenue vehicles, and drives over 23 million miles annually. Our diverse client baseincluding leading college athletic programs, tour operators, and corporate partnershelps ensure steady, year round work for our drivers.

We are currently hiring a Vehicle Electronics Technician for our New Britain, CT location!

• Hourly Rate: $24-32/hr

• Schedule:

• Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

• Position may require flexible shifts (weekends, overtime, and/or nights).

• Travel:

• Position may require travel.

Why DATTCO:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance options.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Generous PTO and company paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employee Referral Program.

Responsibilities:

• Reports to Director of Fleet Maintenance as well as works in coordination with shop foreman and terminal managers.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair 12 volt and 24-volt electronics (cameras, GPS tracking, telematics, 2-way radios, people counters, fareboxes, etc.) on DATTCO and/or customer vehicles.
• Accurately record and report information regarding installs/repairs.
• Fields tickets with internal ticket system for repairs and inspections.
• Maintains the proper hand tools to perform job functions.
• Responsible for ordering and controlling inventory levels.

Requirements:

License + Certifications:

• Valid Drivers License.

Experience:

• Technician will be required to supply their own tools for this position.
• Previous 12v/24v installation and service experience.
• Moderate to advanced knowledge of vehicle electronics concepts such as GPS, relays and video systems.
• School bus or coach bus experience preferred.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must possess excellent computer skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be a self starter.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, twist, stand, walk, and work in and around vehicles for extended periods.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment safely.

The physical requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. DATTCO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable federal and state law.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.