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Heavy Vehicle Assembly Technician
Military Vehicle Manufacturing
Plymouth, MI
$17.00/Hour
We are hiring a Heavy Vehicle Assembly Technician to support the assembly and fabrication of armored and commercial vehicle platforms in a manufacturing environment. This hands-on role requires experience with heavy mechanical assembly, blueprint reading, vehicle modification, cranes and lifting equipment, ERP/MRP systems, and military or commercial vehicle manufacturing while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.
Responsibilities:
- Assemble heavy vehicle components using cranes, lifting fixtures, and specialized tooling.
- Install structural components and materials into Body-in-White (BIW) armored vehicle assemblies using bolts, screws, rivets, adhesives, and coatings.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, and 3D models to complete assembly operations.
- Fabricate and fit large steel components to ensure proper alignment and vehicle fitment.
- Perform vehicle tear-down activities, including carefully removing, indexing, and storing OEM body panels, hoods, fenders, and interior components to prevent damage.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, magnetic drills, grinders, and other mechanical equipment during assembly.
- Operate within ERP/MRP systems to support manufacturing and production processes.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, supervisors, and materials teams to resolve assembly and process issues.
- Clean, maintain, and organize equipment, tooling, and work areas.
- Follow all company safety procedures and manufacturing quality standards.
- Develop cross-functional knowledge by supporting multiple stages of vehicle assembly and production.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required; technical school certification or higher education is a plus.
- 3–5 years of experience in heavy vehicle, military vehicle, or commercial vehicle assembly.
- Experience assembling commercial vehicle platforms.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, planning documents, manuals, sketches, and 3D models.
- Proficiency using mechanical assembly tools including hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, magnetic drills, grinders, and related equipment.
- Experience installing mechanical components using bolts, screws, rivets, adhesives, and coatings.
- Knowledge of OEM vehicle components and installation procedures.
- Experience working within ERP/MRP manufacturing systems.
- Ability to adapt to engineering changes, rework, and evolving production requirements.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Position requires onsite work in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Military vehicle assembly or vehicle modification experience.
- ASE Mechanic certification.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Overhead crane certification and operating experience.
- Experience operating basic machine shop equipment.
- Certified welding experience with steel and aluminum.
- Surface preparation and industrial spray painting experience.
Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer .
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What to Expect
- Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
- Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
- Final position level and pay will be based on experience.
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- To apply, send a resume to: [email protected]
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- For more information about Moseley, visit: About Us
Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.
We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”
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Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries . Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.
We stand by our 30 year-old commitment to be a “World Class Service. World Class Company.”