Vehicle Installation Technician

San Francisco, CA

Contracted to Full Time

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Mid Level

Vehicle Installation Technician

Location: San Francisco, CA (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract
Pay: $30.00–$40.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Multiple shifts available

Job Overview

We are seeking detail-oriented Vehicle Installation Technicians to support vehicle preparation, hardware integration, mechanical assembly, and installation operations in a fast-paced production environment.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in hardware installation, mechanical assembly, vehicle modifications, manufacturing, production, engineering technician work, automotive systems, electromechanical assembly, and quality inspection.

Available Shifts

Training Schedule (First 2 Weeks):

* Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Regular Shift Options:

* AM Shift: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
* PM Shift: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

* Perform vehicle hardware installation following documented work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
* Mount, align, secure, and validate components according to engineering specifications
* Route wiring harnesses, connect electrical components, and ensure proper cable management
* Execute system power-up procedures and perform functional testing
* Conduct quality inspections, verification checks, and troubleshooting as needed
* Read and interpret assembly instructions, technical documentation, diagrams, and installation guides
* Accurately document completed work and communicate issues to supervisors and engineering teams
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused workspace
* Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization efforts
* Follow installation workflows with precision while meeting quality and productivity standards

Required Qualifications

* High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
* Experience in hardware assembly, mechanical assembly, vehicle installation, automotive work, manufacturing, production, maintenance, or related technical environments
* Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and assembly equipment
* Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
* Ability to read and follow technical instructions, work orders, blueprints, diagrams, or assembly documentation
* Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
* Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to stand, bend, reach, lift, and work around vehicles throughout the shift
* Ability to work safely in a production, warehouse, manufacturing, or engineering environment

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience as an Assembly Technician, Installation Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Engineering Technician, Automotive Technician, Mechanical Technician, Production Technician, or Hardware Technician
* Experience with wiring harnesses, low-voltage electrical systems, cable routing, component integration, or vehicle retrofitting
* Familiarity with quality control, inspection processes, and production workflows

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Describe your experience with hardware installation, mechanical assembly, or vehicle-related work. What types of systems, components, or equipment have you installed or assembled?

This role requires the use of hand tools and basic power tools while following technical work instructions. Can you describe your experience working with tools, diagrams, assembly instructions, or technical documentation?

Tell us about any experience you have working with wiring harnesses, cable routing, electrical connections, or low-voltage systems. What types of installations or troubleshooting activities have you performed?

Describe a time when attention to detail was critical in your work. How did you ensure installations, assemblies, or inspections were completed accurately and met quality standards?

Have you worked in automotive, manufacturing, robotics, aerospace, production, or field installation environments? If so, please describe the environment and your responsibilities.

This role requires following standardized procedures and communicating issues clearly to supervisors or engineering teams. Can you share an example of how you worked within established processes while collaborating with a team?

Are you comfortable working around vehicles and performing physical tasks such as standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching throughout the workday?

Are you able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds?

Are you available to complete approximately two weeks of training on a Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM schedule before transitioning to one of the assigned shifts?

Which shift are you interested in: AM (6:00 AM-2:30 PM) or PM (2:00 PM-10:30 PM)?

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