Large Truck Installation Technician

Are you a highly motivated and experienced installation mechanic or manufacturing professional who dreams of landing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity? Are you ready to install parts and upfit custom trucks in a brand new, state-of-the-art manufacturing and installation complex? Would you like to feel respected and valued as a team member and achieve work/life balance? Then you may be exactly who we need at Viking-Cives!

Company Overview:

Since 1960, Viking-Cives has manufactured a wide range of truck equipment that makes snowy and icy roads safe for individuals, families, school buses, etc. We specialize in customizing snow and ice removal equipment for heavy municipal, county, and state trucks by installing a variety of specialized equipment. You may never have heard of us, but you have seen our trucks on the road as they make our snowy and icy roads safer for you, your family, and your friends. Our new Great Lakes Division is the fourth division in a growing corporation with locations across the United States and Canada.

Job Summary:

As an Installation Technician, you will install industrial snow and ice equipment onto bare chassis and build a variety of custom trucks for many government municipalities. A mindset of continuous improvement and outside the box thinking is important, as we constantly try to better ourselves in every aspect of what we do. Best of all, we are a fully employee-owned company where we work together as a team to build a successful and profitable business.

What We Are Looking for:

Responsibilities:

Install custom hydraulic equipment systems (Rexith, Muncie, certified power) on chassis
Install Pneumatics, Electronics, Fabricated and other purchased components
Assemble manufactured products such as dump bodies conduct daily forklift inspections
Route hydraulic lines
Install custom 12-volt electric systems
Other duties and responsibilities as required; we are a Team, and we support each other.
Assist with training new teammates

Qualifications:

Proven ability to be a respected, trusted, and reliable professional
Great interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Training and expertise in welding, wiring, hydraulics, and electrical components
Ability to read blueprints/CAD drawings
4+ years of hands-on experience, preferably with heavy-duty commercial truck equipment and accessories
HS diploma or GED is preferred
Preferred consideration for candidates with skilled trades certification
Ability to pass a written test
Ability to pass a welding skills test
A demonstrated ability to collaborate up, down, and sideways

Schedule:

Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Additional hours during the week may be required.

Benefits:

100% ESOP Company
Profit sharing
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Disability Insurance (STD/LTD)
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program

We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and experience! Candidates who meet the stated requirements plus have the best work history will be invited to interview.

The Viking-Cives Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will receive equal opportunity consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, qualified veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.