Mobile Diesel Mechanic II - Variable Shift

About the role

Cox Fleet is the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide, offering mobile on-site fleet service for light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers, as well as services from 50+ nationwide service centers including accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. The Mobile Diesel Technician Level II performs advanced diagnostics and repairs under supervision, continues to learn additional mechanical skills, and achieves high-level performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Perform licensed DOT inspections, preventative maintenance inspections, light and follow-up repairs, and advanced mechanical/hydraulic/electrical/electronic diagnostics in a mobile/field environment.
• Conduct minor adjustments and repairs on various truck equipment, including electrical/brake/cooling systems, starters/alternators, fan clutches, engine electronics, diesel steering systems, engines (gas and diesel), transmissions (manual and automatic), clutches, differentials, air conditioning systems, and more.
• Diagnose malfunctions using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges; road test vehicles to verify proper operation.
• Inspect, test, and evaluate defective equipment to diagnose issues, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Independently manage parts inventory and equipment on the company-issued service truck, including periodic reconciliation.
• Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and perform pre-/post-trip inspections.
• Work with clients to assess needs, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, prioritize work activities, and allocate time effectively.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
• Document work performed, parts used, and findings on Repair Orders using the company-issued iOS device and proprietary TRAIT application; accurately complete DOT forms and other documentation in a timely fashion.
• Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as needed; communicate with management and support teams via email or phone for approvals, purchase order numbers, and RO findings.
• Work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies, and federal regulations including OSHA, EPA, and DOT.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years of experience in a related field, or a different combination such as any level degree/certification beyond a high school diploma/GED in a related discipline, or 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
• Must follow regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
• Must 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 card has four (4) months or less of validity remaining, a DOT physical will be required.
• Must be at least 21 years or older due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations.
• Must hold a valid state-of-residence driver’s license, be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File, and maintain a safe driving record.

Preferred Certifications

• ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification
• ASE T4 (Brakes) certification
• ASE T5 (Suspension) certification
• ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification
• ASE T7 (HVAC) certification
• ASE 608/609 certification

Skills and Abilities

• Understand implications of new information for current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods; perform moderately heavy laboring work.
• Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods without tiring; may include performing repetitive tasks.
• Communicate information in a succinct and organized manner; engage in effective two-way communication.
• Determine the type of tools and equipment needed; accurately judge distances and spatial relationships.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting DAY ONE of employment.
• 401(k) matching starting after 90 days: 100%-match up to 6% contribution and an additional 2% discretionary contribution by the company.
• Accrue up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of Paid Time Off based on tenure.
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement.
• Adoption/Surrogacy assistance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Multiple Employee Resource Groups, diversity groups, and company-paid volunteer hours.
• Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives, and more.