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Vehicle Prep Technician

Transdev • Rockville, MD 20851 • Posted 30+ days ago

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In-person • Full-time • $24.00-$33.00/hr • Mid Level

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Join the Transdev Fleet Services team as an Upfitter, performing vehicle installations on police cruisers, heavy trucks, and machinery. This role involves removing and re-installing OEM vehicle interior trim, installing electrical wiring, and performing physical tasks associated with modifying vehicles to accept emergency-related equipment. The position offers significant career advancement opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and state-of-the-art training programs.

Responsibilities

  • Remove and re-install OEM vehicle interior trim
  • Install electrical wiring and connect electrical fittings
  • Drill holes and perform wire crimping
  • Perform all physical tasks associated with modifying vehicles
  • Develop wiring routes throughout the vehicle for efficient wiring path
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with equipment
  • Disassemble and reassemble various vehicle makes and models
  • Exercise teamwork and communicate effectively with co-workers and clients
  • Review and ensure the proper project and materials are being granted to the clients
  • Maintain daily work schedule as outlined to the clients
  • Communicate regularly with management on the progress of the project and any problems encountered
  • Maintain and review all accurate documentation to ensure work is completed as outlined in the scope of the project

Qualifications

Required

  • Technical training preferred
  • 2+ years of automotive electrical installation experience and/or 3+ years of recent experience from an EVT converter/upfitter employer
  • Previous automotive mechanic experience with an electrical background required
  • Thorough understanding of 12 and 24-volt battery systems
  • Valid driver's license
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to travel up to 10%
  • Must have an appropriate mechanic's toolset
  • Subject to DOT drug testing

Preferred

  • EVT Certification highly preferred

About Transdev

Transdev Group is a leading global public transportation company offering bus, tram, train, paratransit, shuttle, and taxi services, as well as transport management solutions. The company operates in over 20 countries and focuses on innovation, sustainability, and efficiency in providing transportation solutions to millions of passengers daily.

Full Job Description

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

We are Now Hiring a Customer Service Representative in Rockville, MD!

Transdev is proud to offer:

+ $24.00-33.00 / hour

+ Attractive benefits package, including 401(k) with company contribution, medical, dental and vision 

+ Paid time off & vacation

Job Scope:

We are looking for a individual that understands the automotive electrical system and that knows how to work on vehicles. As an Emergency Vehicle Installer your primary responsibilities are installing, repairing, testing, and removing 12-volt law enforcement vehicle equipment, including, but not limited light bars, flashers, sirens, video cameras, laptops, printers, consoles, transport partitions, radios, speakers, antennas, routers, and more.

For this position automotive or marine 12v experience is a plus.

Transdev Fleet Services works on police, public safety and other vehicles for both local and federal accounts.

The Installer must be able to perform physically demanding tasks that may require accessing confined spaces to modify the vehicles to the client's requirements.

Operating Monday- Friday. Some weekend work may be applicable for large projects.

Requirements:

+ Minimum of 2 years of experience is desired, but not required.

+ Knowledge of vehicle wiring

+ Able to identify electrical circuits.

+ Experience w/ installation of emergency lighting desired, but not required.

+ Able to communicate well with others.

+ Able to work on and see small objects.

+ Good hearing and color vision

+ Be prompt and prepared to work.

+ Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification is desired, but not required.

+ Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers by performing limited repairs & troubleshooting of low & high voltage electrical systems with minimal supervision.

Transdev Fleet Services has competitive pay plans and a rich suite of benefits to include 401k, Health and Dental Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, a robust wellness program and much more.

Start a Career with us today!

Please note that our position as an Emergency Vehicle Installer may also be labeled as a:

+ Emergency Vehicle Technician

+ Emergency Vehicle Tech

+ Emergency Vehicle Installation

+ Police Vehicle Technician

+ Police Vehicle Tech

+ Police Vehicle Installer

+ Police Vehicle Installation

+ Police Car Technician

+ Police Car Tech

+ Police Car Installer

+ Police Car Installation

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is the largest private sector operator of multiple modes of passenger transit in North America, providing bus, rail, paratransit and shuttle services. We manage over 200 transportation contracts for cities, transit authorities and airports, providing safe, sustainable, and innovative mobility solutions. Our mission is to improve public transportation, to enhance quality of life and contribute to a more sustainable environment.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

Job Category: Mechanics/Technicians

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 2459

Pay Group: QQR

Cost Center: 47610

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.