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Job Description
Job Description
Heavy Vehicle Assembly Technician
Military Vehicle Manufacturing
Plymouth, MI
$25.00 - $30.00/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.
Company Description
This is a fast, agile satellite company focused on national security in space. Missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.
Location and commute
885 Penniman Ave, Plymouth, MI 48170.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3047625267.