Shop Diesel Mechanic II

About the role

Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Shop Diesel Technician II to support future growth of the Company. Located in Indianapolis, this position offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Perform licensed DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and follow-up repairs, light mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned.
• Can perform more advanced diagnostics and repairs under the supervision of a Sr Shop Diesel Technician or higher.
• Continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic Techniques.
• Complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.
• Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Independently determine parts required for each job and interact with the Shop Parts Department to obtain.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.
• Works with Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Manages concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Acts with integrity, demonstrates honesty and keeps commitments.
• Behaves in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance ("PM"), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in a Shop environment.
• Occasionally, travel and perform work at customer location.
• Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Uses hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts and jacks.
• Documents according to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and all findings observed on Repair Orders ("RO") using company issued device and/or Karmak application.
• Accurately completes DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Maintains a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Communicates with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.
• Performs all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participates and completes all-in company required safety training.
• Maintains Shop assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Assists Shop Diesel Technician I with diagnostics.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field.
• 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.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required. Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence driver's license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one prior to employment or within 72 hours of hire.

Skills & Abilities

• Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
• Communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner.
• Engages in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
• Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed.
• Ability to accurately judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or the distance between an object and the observer.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance starts DAY ONE of employment.
• 401(k) matching starts 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 your tenure with the company.
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Adoption/Surrogacy assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Multiple ERG, diversity groups, and company paid volunteer hours.
• Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives and much more.

Compensation

USD 26.73 - 40.10 per hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.