Installation Oversight Technician - Transit Technology Systems

Job Title: Installation Oversight Technician – Transit Technology Systems
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Schedule: Night Shift | 8:00 PM – 4:00 AM | Monday–Friday
Compensation: $30–$45 per hour (based on experience)
Duration: 12+ Months

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Installation Oversight Technician to support a long-term transportation technology project in Philadelphia. In this role, you will act as the client’s on-site representative during the installation of technology systems on transit buses, conducted by a subcontractor. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that all installation activities are completed according to the approved engineering drawings, project scope, and schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and monitor the nightly installation of technology systems on buses.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and client standards.
• Act as the point of contact for the client on-site, providing updates and documenting progress.
• Identify and report deviations or issues promptly and support resolution efforts.
• Conduct basic quality checks and verify successful completion of installation steps.
• Maintain accurate daily reports and installation logs.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed at all times.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience with vehicle or transit system installations, electrical systems, or technology integration preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong observational and communication skills.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently during overnight hours.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, bus-yard environment.
• Basic proficiency with reporting tools (e.g., Excel, mobile apps, or field documentation software).
• High school diploma or GED required; technical certifications a plus.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and pass a background check.
• Must be able to commute to Philadelphia, PA.

This is a full-time, night-shift position lasting at least 12 months.

Schedule: 8:00 PM – 4:00 AM | Monday–Friday

Compensation (1099): $30–$45 per hour (based on experience)