Light Duty Technician II $1500 New Hire Bonus

About the role

Cox Fleet is seeking a Light & Medium Duty Technician to join our dynamic team. We offer competitive compensation starting at $35.29 per hour, with potential for additional incentives.

Responsibilities

• Perform certified DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and follow-up repairs, light mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned.
• Manage parts inventory and equipment on company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to the following: Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Air conditioning systems, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Power steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.
• Communicate with management, team members, and Dispatch via Microsoft Office products and other communication methods such as email, or phone call to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers, and/or discuss findings and notes.
• Work independently, manage own daily schedule, and work with clients and customers to assess their needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Confer with customers, Dispatch, and/or Sales team to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and to discuss work to be performed.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field (Combination of light & heavy duty preferred. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; or 5 years' experience in a related field).
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
• Candidate must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment. A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four (4) months remaining until its expiration may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical.
• If the DOT medical card has four (4) months or less of validity remaining, a DOT physical will be required.
• Due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years or older.
• A safe drivers record is required with a 3 YR MVR review.
• Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence driver's license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.

Qualifications

• Must be able to make decisions effectively and efficiently using critical thinking skills, provide excellent customer service, understand the importance of attention to detail, and always maintain situational awareness.
• Must be able to perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage own schedule.

Benefits

• Minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.