Upfit Mechanic

Upfit Mechanic | Independent Truck Upfitters | Kansas City, MO (ITU)

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $0.00 - 0.00

What you’ll do : The Upfit

Technician is responsible for the consistent and quality upfit installations of

truck accessories and service repairs on various truck bodies.

Complete consistent and quality installs of

truck accessories

Including but not limited to lift gates,

shelving units, tool boxes, body components and lighting systems

Complete custom service repairs on commercial

vehicles and flatbeds

service repairs on truck bodies

Document the cause and corrections for all repairs

Fabricating custom mounting brackets

Read and follow detailed work orders,

installation drawings, blueprints, etc.

What you need to be successful :

HS Diploma or GED required

Experience in a service shop environment preferred

Experienced with vehicle mechanics, including

electrical systems, hydraulics and basic fabrication techniques

PTO experience a plus

Why The Shyft Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Health & Wellness : Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA / FSA, Wellness Plan

Financial Security : 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance

Work / Life & Growth : Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are :

At The Shyft Group, we deliver innovation. As North America’s leader in specialty vehicles, our 12 industry leading brands— Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™, and ITU®.

With 3,000+ employees working together, we build high-quality vehicles and accessories that power essential industries. Our inclusive, entrepreneurial culture gives every team member the tools to make a meaningful impact—on our company, communities, and families.

Together, we drive innovation, creating smarter, more efficient solutions for the road ahead.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.   If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details.  E-Verify Notice    U.S. Right to Work Notice.