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Job Description

Our telecommunications Client servicing Government and Commercial Clients is building their Team by hiring Direct/Perm Positions. Their presence in the West Coast includes CA, WA, ID, WY, and OR locations!

Mobile Installation Specialist (3 positions)

• Longview, WA
• Salary: $18 - $24/hr DOE
• Permanent/Direct-Hire

Install a variety of different equipment, wiring, and electrical systems into vehicles. Qualified candidates must be capable and comfortable removing OEM vehicle interior trim and working with complete wiring and electrical systems. Experience with soldering, wire routing, wire protection, fusing, multi-voltage charging systems, relays, switching, and integration is a plus. Experience with 12-volt installations, preferably with GPS, alarms, low-voltage mobile electronics, or stereos is highly desirable. Experience installing mobile electronic equipment into vehicles is essential.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

• Perform installations of fixed & wireless communications equipment by assembling and bolting equipment into vehicles using guidelines, with limited supervision by the Lead or Service Manager.
• Conduct complete mobile installations, including communication equipment installation and removal or rewiring of vehicle interiors.
• Install electrical wiring harnesses, connect electrical fittings, drill holes, solder, and perform all physical tasks associated with upfitting vehicles.
• Develop efficient wiring routes throughout the vehicle to enable future replacement and/or troubleshooting.
• Remove and disassemble OEM vehicle interiors when necessary.
• Perform quality control tasks in preparing vehicles for departure, ensuring all parts are fitted and secured properly.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with equipment as necessary.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area and tools.
• Engage in continuous learning of new products, skills, and techniques from colleagues and manufacturers.
• Installations may occur at the shop location or at a customer's site.
• Inventory and assemble parts, staging installations to ensure correct parts are available.
• Complete job tickets and time sheets to record installation work.
• Maintain positive customer relations and provide additional information when needed.
• Must be able to travel, which may include local daily travel or overnight travel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education:

• High School diploma is required; additional education or trade school training in electrical, wiring, or automotive is a plus.
• Experience working in an auto body shop.
• Experience installing car stereo and electronic equipment is highly desirable.
• Experience removing the interior trim of vehicles.
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and low-voltage electronics.
• Ability to complete job tickets, sales orders, and other required work documents.
• Willingness to train other Mobile Installation Technicians.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools is required.
• Possess the drive and mental aptitude to work safely with tools and understand auto-wiring.
• Self-motivated, professional, and able to listen to and follow directions from the Service Manager.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow directions, evaluate problems, and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work well in small teams.

Licenses, Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License.
• Clean Driving Record is required (Major infractions are a disqualifier, e.g., DUI, drug motor vehicle offenses, hit & run, reckless driving infractions, driving while suspended, passing a stopped school bus, involvement in a fatal accident, or 3 or more minor infractions within a 3-year period).

• Current Basic MECP Certification or prior certification.

Job Conditions:

• Work requires heavy lifting, constant standing, bending, crouching, and extensive close work.