Mechanic I

HEV; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Horton Emergency Vehicles is seeking a Mechanic I to support assembly and production operations at the Horton facility. You will receive and inspect dealer chassis, assign keys and vehicles, and coordinate suspension and chassis control programs.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety standards, independent work, and collaboration with Mounting Supervisors. Candidates should have at least one year in a manufacturing setting, a high school diploma or GED, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions in English.
• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to interact with various levels of personnel and functionally across areas.
• Working independently in the absence of supervision is expected.
• Pay attention to detail and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the suspension programs including Liquid Spring and Monroe Suspension.
• Coordinate all chassis modification duties with the Mounting Supervisor.
• Assist with welding certification program and conduct tests as requested.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Receive and inspect dealer supplied chassis and assign keys and vehicles.
• Coordinate chassis control functions and related responsibilities.
• Work with a minimum of supervision on daily tasks.

Skills

English communication

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Power tools

Welding certification support

Job description

Career Opportunities: Mechanic I (27770)

Requisition ID27770-Posted08/27/2026-Ambulance-Specialty Vehicles-HEV-Horton Emergency Vehicles-Production (Assembly/Factory)-Full-Time

Additional Locations:
Requisition ID: 27770

Since 1968 Horton Emergency Vehicles has built the industry’s most innovative ambulances for first responders risking their lives to save others. Horton designs, manufactures, and delivers the highest-quality, most tailor‑made ambulances the market has to offer.

Horton Emergency Vehicles is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

Primary functions:

Receive and inspect dealer supplied chassis. Key and vehicle assignment duties, and coordination of all chassis control functions and Suspension (Monroe & Liquid Spring) Programs.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate the suspension programs to include Liquid Spring and Monroe Suspension programs.
• Coordinate all Chassis modification duties working closely with Mounting Supervisor
• Assist with the company welding certification program to include and conducting welding certification tests as requested.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned
  Receive and inspect dealer supplied chassis.
• Key and vehicle assignment duties, and coordination of all chassis control functions.
• Must be able to work with a minimum of supervision.

Qualifications/Training:

• Fundamental use of various pneumatic and power tools.
• Must be familiar with the safe operation of various tools – drill, screw gun, sander, jig saw, etc
• Ability to analyze and evaluate a situation a plus.
• Ability to interact with various levels of personnel and functional areas.
• Working independently in the absence of supervision.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English.
• Verbal and written communication skills and the ability to perform critical analysis desired.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English.
• Pay attention to detail.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.

Education and Experience:

• One year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40#’s. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

• Ability to bend, stoop, and squat.
• Occasionally lift up to but not exceed 40#’s.
• Ability to work with arms above head.
• Able to read and follow written and verbal instructions.

Ambient temperature range 40 – 100 degrees, high humidity

Personal Protective Equipment Recommended and/or Required on production floor:

• Safety glasses or prescription safety glasses with side shields
• Face shields
• Work Gloves

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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