Entry Level Diesel Mechanic Tue - Sat 2p-10p

About the role

Cox Fleet offers a paid educational program called FleeTec Academy, leading to a full-time position as a Diesel & Trailer Technician. The program includes:

• 5 weeks of paid classroom training in Indianapolis, IN, with all travel expenses (hotel, meals, stipend) covered and a weekly paycheck.
• 8 to 10 weeks of mentorship in your home market under a Lead Technician, followed by another 5 weeks of paid classroom training in Indianapolis.
• Free technical education, hands-on training, and a full-time job as a Mobile Diesel Mechanic upon completion.
• A set of hand tools with a toolbox provided at no cost.

As a Mobile Technician, you’ll perform preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations using a state-of-the-art vehicle. This role avoids emergency roadside repairs and focuses on keeping customer fleets operational onsite.

Responsibilities

• Complete 5 weeks of full-time, intensive classroom training at FleeTec Academy.
• Undergo 8–10 weeks of hands-on mentorship with a Lead Technician in your market.
• Return for an additional 5 weeks of advanced classroom training.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers at customer locations.
• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout the training and employment period.

Requirements

• Desire to start a career as a Diesel & Trailer Technician.
• Willingness and ability to study hard and dedicate 10 weeks away from home for training.
• Technical aptitude and passion for fixing vehicles.
• Ability to operate an iPad.
• High-school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Must be at least 21 years old due to DOT interstate commerce regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a Driver Qualification File.
• Must pass DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening, drug test, and physical (or provide a current DOT medical card with more than 4 months validity).
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Pay

• Classroom training: $13.72/hour (or state minimum wage, whichever is greater) + $250/week stipend (taxed).
• Mentorship phase: $19/hour.
• Second classroom phase: $19/hour + $250/week stipend (taxed).
• Post-graduation: $21/hour.
• Hourly pay range: $13.70–$20.53, with potential for additional compensation (e.g., commission or incentives).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one of employment.
• 401(k) matching after 90 days: 100% match up to 6% contribution + 2% discretionary company contribution.
• Up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of paid time off, accrued based on tenure.
• Paid holidays, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
• Adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives, and more.
• Multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and company-paid volunteer hours.