Hey there, forest friends! BigFoot Staffing is pumped to hook you up with a Direct Hire Heavy Truck and Van Upfitting Technician gig.

Once you apply, we'll lumber over to chat and set up a time to talk more about this wild opportunity.

Salary Range: $34-$40 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
Location: Portland, OR
Description
We're on the hunt for a senior-level Heavy Truck and Van Upfitting Technician with a knack for fabrication to tackle custom builds in our growing commercial vehicle upfitting crew. This is a paws-on, advanced fabrication and install role for a sasquatch who loves crafting practical, real-world fixes from drawings, vendor specs, and internal sketches. You'll be the big hero helping slash lead times and conquer fitment puzzles by whipping up components in-house for truck and van upfits. Team up with our dedicated install squad, or go solo to keep projects roaring, uphold top-notch quality, and wow customers.

Key Responsibilities
Upfitting & Installation

• Install a wide variety of commercial truck and van upfits, including: service bodies, flatbeds, dump bodies, shelving systems, ladder racks, liftgates, and accessory equipment
• Modify vendor components as needed to meet vehicle-specific requirements
• Perform on-vehicle adjustments for proper fitment, clearance, and durability

Fabrication (Drawing-Based)

• Fabricate custom parts such as brackets, adapter plates, frames, gussets, and mounts
• Work from dimensioned shop drawings, vendor blueprints, and internal sketches
• Identify drawing discrepancies or conflicts before fabrication begins
• Ensure welds and fabricated components meet structural and functional expectations

Shop Collaboration

• Work closely with fellow technicians, sales staff, and operations to resolve installation challenges
• Conduct quality control checks and flag any safety or functional concerns before delivery
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed and any deviations or modifications
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and compliant with shop safety standards

Qualifications & Required Experience

• Senior-level experience in truck and van upfitting
• Proficient in MIG welding (steel required; aluminum preferred)
• Proven track record of fabricating from dimensioned drawings
• Hands-on experience installing: service bodies, flatbeds, dump beds, ladder racks, shelving, and liftgate systems
• Familiar with fabrication tools, grinders, saws, drills, and precision measuring instruments
• Strong mechanical aptitude, spatial reasoning, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and maintain job flow

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in aluminum welding
• Experience with hydraulic accessories, liftgates, or PTO-driven systems
• Familiarity with modifying vendor parts for real-world fitment
• Background working in production environments using formal drawings

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tool and equipment support
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing division

If you've got the skills we're tracking, we'd love to hear your howl! Please apply today for the Heavy Truck and Van Upfitting Technician position. By applying for this job, you consent to being contacted by BigFoot Staffing representatives about job opportunities via text messaging. Standard messaging rates may apply. You may opt-out at any time by replying 'STOP' to any message received. #INDKL #ZRKL