MOBILE UPFITTING SHOP FOREMAN

This position is located in Redding, CA

Summary: Works in the upfitting shop and is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the upfitting team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Working, revenue producing employee

• Schedules the work for the upfitting shop
• Performs quality control checks on vehicle builds
• Collaborates with upfitting sales staff to develop new or ongoing business when needed
• Accompanies sales staff on customer calls as needed
• Performs customer service work as required
• Trains upfitters on upfitting of vehicles
• Responsible for shop production meeting KPI’s as assigned
• Ensure staff is assigned service tickets and time is accounted for
• Monitors project scope of work and works collaborates with customers and sales staff on change orders as required
• Reviews project folders for accuracy and submits to admin staff for billing
• Monitors shop supplies and submits orders to admin staff for ordering
• Ensures the shop is kept clean and tidy

Experience and Education:

• A high school diploma is required; additional education or trade school training in electrical, wiring, or automotive fields is preferred.
• Experience working in an auto body shop is beneficial.
• Prior experience installing car stereo and electronic equipment is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with removing vehicle interior trim is essential.
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and low-voltage electronics is necessary.
• Ability to complete job tickets, sales orders, and other required documentation.
• Willingness to train and lead other Mobile Installation Technicians.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools is required.
• A strong drive and aptitude for safely working with tools and understanding auto wiring.
• Self-motivated and professional, with the ability to listen to and follow directions from the Service Manager.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Capability to work collaboratively in small teams and provide leadership when necessary.

Licenses, Certifications: 

• Valid Driver’s License
• **Clean Driving Record is required ** (Major infractions are a disqualifier. ex: DUI, any drug motor vehicle offence, 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 3 year period)
• Current Basic MECP Certified or prior certification