Emergency Vehicle Technician

ABOUT US

Established in 1922, Matheny Motor Truck Company is a family owned business with deep roots in commercial transportation products. Matheny Motors has expanded over the years and now has locations in: Louisville, KY; Marietta, Ohio; Norfolk and Woodbridge, Virginia; Hagerstown, Maryland; Florida; Tennessee; Mineral Wells, Beckley, Lost Creek, Nitro, St. Marys, Kenova and the corporate office in Parkersburg, West Virginia. We have also enhanced our product lines and industry relations to include automobile, truck, bus, wrecker and trailers. We represent some of the best products in the industry.

The Matheny Motor Truck Company now has third and fourth generation owners involved in daily operations and has over 300 full time workers, who are involved in all aspects of commercial transportation sales, service, parts and repair.

Matheny Motors has an outstanding reputation for excellent customer service and is currently looking for qualified individuals who share our high customer service standards. We realize that our highly-trained and experienced team of specialists are our best asset and make Matheny Motors a great place to work and to further develop your career. So if you are interested in working in a dynamic, worker friendly, and customer focused work environment then we encourage you to continue with this online job application.

Matheny Motors is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Emergency Vehicle Technician / Mechanic is responsible to perform maintenance and repair of Emergency Equipment and vehicles and motorized equipment. This person needs to be very detailed oriented, a true technician skilled in mechanics. This person needs to be versed in fire pumps, valves, preferably foam systems and both 12 VDC and 120/240 VAC generators.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose issues based upon experience, analysis, and testing
• Maintain leading-edge knowledge of emergency vehicle diagnosis technology, digital manuals, and reference materials
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair issues for emergency vehicle fire pumps, foam systems, valves, and the accessories
• Adapt to rapidly changing technologies in the automotive industry, as well as in the diagnostics arena
• Able to obtain Virginia Motor Vehicle State Inspection license within 90-days of hire (persons with a criminal history are not able to obtain this license)
• CDL with air brake endorsement preferred
• Must have hand tools to include up to 1/2" drive, air tools up to1/2" drive, electrical diagnostic tools/meters for truck repair, screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, etc.
• Desire to advance in knowledge/skills to include but not limited to attending local and manufacturer training, seminars sponsored by local vendors and trade show events
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required
• EVT / ASE certification (or is willing to obtain certifications)
• One year experience in a dealership or large facility repair organization
• Strong technical performance record
• Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record
• An impressive work-ethic
• Neat, clean, and professional appearance
• Post-secondary automotive training in Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVTCC) - F1-F8 Fire Apparatus & E0-E4 Ambulance preferred
• Computer diagnostic experience – OBDII, CUMMINS INSITE, DETROIT DIAGNOSTICS, ALLISON, NAVISTAR, WABCO, CLASS 1, VMUX and other diagnostic software
• Any manufacturer certifications from prior employment (EONE, Pierce, etc.) desired

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,400 - $48,700