Vehicle Installation Technician Trainee

Lehr Auto

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Anaheim, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for removing factory equipment and installing specialized emergency vehicle systems such as lighting, sirens, and prisoner transport. They must ensure all installations are safe and reliable while accurately tracking job progress and hours.

Qualifications

You have a strong mechanical aptitude and experience working with hand and power tools. You are capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and have a keen attention to detail. Knowledge of electrical and electronic components and 12V systems is a plus.

Must Have Skills for ATS

hand tools

power tools

Emergency Vehicle Lighting

Control Systems

Sirens

Prisoner Transport Systems

Radios

Radar

In-Car-Camera Systems

License Plate Readers

Equipment Consoles

Cargo Cabinets

Weapon mounting systems

Drone mounting systems

Push bars

12V knowledge

Job Description

Make a Real Impact with LEHR Upfitters!

We’re a fast-growing company in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry, expanding through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and we’re looking for passionate professionals ready to grow with us.

At LEHR Upfitters, we help first responders do their jobs safely and effectively by customizing emergency vehicles to meet their exact needs—from removing unnecessary parts to installing lights, sirens, gun racks, and more.

Join us and be part of something bigger - helping protect the people who protect us.

Are you ready to drive your career forward?

We are seeking candidates who thrive in a culture of prioritization and execution, with exceptional professional conduct, to join our team as a Vehicle Installation Technician Trainee.  The ideal candidate will have great attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, knowledge, and experience working with hand and power tools. The Technician Trainee plays a critical role in ensuring that our first responders operate safe, reliable, and effective vehicles.  The Technician Trainees are tasked with installing the following equipment: Emergency Vehicle Lighting and Control Systems, Sirens, Prisoner Transport Systems, Radios, Radar, In-Car-Camera Systems, License Plate Readers, Equipment Consoles and Cargo Cabinets, Weapon and Drone mounting systems, and front push bars, to name a few. 

Compensation and Benefits
  • Starting pay is $22 per hour and up, depending on experience
  • Bonus potential after satisfactorily completing the initial training period.
  • Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401K

Schedule
  • Full Time-Hourly
  • Typical Schedule is Monday-Friday 6:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. Some overtime required
Location
1260 N. Jefferson Street, Anaheim, CA 92806


Attributes of a Strong Candidate:
  • Ability to work with hand and power tools such as screw drivers, wrenches, hand drills, etc.
  • Capability to bend, twist, reach, and lift to 50 lbs. without assistance
  • Aptitude in mechanical, electrical, and electronic components from various sources is a plus
  • 12V knowledge and experience – a plus
  • Eagerness to learn
  • Strong work ethic
  • Capacity to work independently and/or in a team environment
  • Pre-Employment Background Check
Primary Responsibilities
  • Removal of factory interior and exterior equipment and parts
  • Installation of specialized emergency vehicle Lightbars, Emergency lighting, Push Bumpers, Sirens, Controllers, Speakers, Partitions, Window Bars, Prisoner seats, Gun racks, in-car video, Computers, License Plate Recognition, and much more.
  • Attention to detail as it relates to job progress and tracking of hours.

Lehr Auto

Since 1945, LEHR has provided the highest quality service to our customers. LEHR is your best option for your Police and Emergency Vehicle needs. We’ll provide you with a single, experienced technician assigned to all vehicles on a project, so you can count on consistent installations, fast turnarounds, and expert support at every step. Our team of experts will make sure your fleet has the equipment it needs to protect and serve their communities. As one of the Nation’s largest suppliers, we warehouse thousands of products to expedite your service ticket for items like light bars, siren controllers, computer mounts and corner strobe systems. After all, a vehicle sitting in the shop won’t help you cover your responsibilities on tonight’s shift. We’ve earned a reputation for providing first-responders with the top-notch technical products they need, always at competitive prices, and always installed by our experienced team of technicians. Together we’ll see that you and your citizens get the best the city has to offer in emergency services. We offer onsite consultation and service at our 30 plus locations nationwide.
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