Lead Fire Apparatus Shop Foreman

Matheny Motors; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Matheny Motors is seeking a Service Shop Foreman to supervise and oversee all repairs on fire apparatus including ambulances, tankers, and electric units. You will coordinate technicians, ensure safety, quality checks, and compliant with NFPA 1900 standards.

You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues across engines, hydraulics, and pumps, schedule maintenance, and liaise with customers and officers on work status. Prior firetruck experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Firetruck experience preferred.
• Cummins, Detroit, Allison, ESKEY, and VMUX systems knowledge.
• Ability to do brake work.
• Ability to do oil changes and transmission work.
• Ability to drive forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Technicians & oversee all repairs.
• Inspect & complete repairs/quality checks.
• Manage shop operations and enforce safety procedures.
• Communicate with officers & customers on work status.
• Oversee repairs on fire apparatus including ambulances, tankers, and electric vehicles.

Skills

Firetruck systems knowledge

Forklift operation

Oil changes & transmission work

Brake jobs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cummins systems

Detroit Diesel

Allison transmissions

VMUX/ESKEY knowledge

Job description

Matheny Motors is seeking a Service Shop Foreman to supervise and oversee all repairs on fire apparatus including ambulances, tankers, and electric units. You will coordinate technicians, ensure safety, quality checks, and compliant with NFPA 1900 standards.

You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues across engines, hydraulics, and pumps, schedule maintenance, and liaise with customers and officers on work status. Prior firetruck experience is preferred.