About the position
REV-O is the manufacturer of two industry-leading ambulance brands that build Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, and medium-duty models: Road Rescue & Wheeled Coach. With a legacy and passion to deliver mission-critical durability, our ambulances are born to perform under the most demanding conditions—and built to be as unbreakable as the spirit of those we serve. Our proud, devoted team takes tremendous pride in the vehicles we build and the first responders who use them every day. REV-O is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets. REV Group's extensive vehicle line-up includes models such as ambulances, fire trucks, terminal trucks, RV's and much more. Our 6,500+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on whether for a family trip across the U.S. or when responding to an emergency. Rev Group is a veteran friendly employer and hires over 200 veterans and or those transferring out of the military each year.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that both internal and external customers receive a high-quality ambulance by inspecting the paint application and finish, identifying defects, and ensuring necessary corrections are made prior to shipment.
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Close attention to detail.
- Function with a minimal amount of supervision or no supervision.
- Set work priorities to meet production goals as scheduled per assigned department.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Knowledge of basic 12 volt electricity.
- Update production tracking board.
- Must be able to drive and road test vehicle.
- Responsible for reporting deficiency in design and suggestion of improvements in design and assembly technique.
- Responsible for water testing, fixing leaks, and weighing of ambulances.
- Responsible for road and function testing of ambulances.
- Responsible for final cosmetic sign-off of emergency vehicles.
- Responsible for inspection and function testing of all emergency vehicles ambulances received.
- Responsible for reporting of warrantable items on units through detail.
- Responsible for verifying options to orders.
- Responsible for completing a cosmetic tag.
- Ability to train new inspectors.
- Be compliant with all the rules of conduct and attendance per the company handbook.
- Other duties and responsibilities as required.
- Ensure that hazardous waste that is handled is placed into the proper container(s).
- Familiar with Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.
- Knows spill response procedures and evacuation routes.
- Fill in for lead when absent.
- Computer entry of defects and errors.
- Printing of computer generated reports.
- Notify supervisor/lead if not on schedule.
- Follow departmental work instructions.
- Notify supervisor/lead if encountering maintenance issues.
Requirements
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize quality standards in paint finishes.
- Understanding of engineering drawings, schematics, and other instructions related to paint specifications.
- Knowledge of paint measuring devices, including thickness gauges.
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot common paint defects and recommend corrective actions.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Previous experience in automotive or industrial painting inspection preferred.
- Must maintain a positive rating as described in the training/qualification evaluation record as a Quality Inspector 'A.'
- General knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards related to paint and hazardous materials.
- Training in Hazardous Materials Handling Operations with an annual refresher course.
- Familiarization with hazardous waste contingency plans and spill response procedures.
Benefits
- Veteran friendly employer
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Commitment to employee development
