Shop Diesel Mechanic II

About the role

Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Shop Diesel Technician II to support future growth of the Company. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 3 years of related experience, and the ability to pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Apply knowledge acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform job tasks.
• Work with Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers, and discuss RO findings notes.
• Perform 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 locations.
• Document 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 complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Participate and complete all-in company required safety training.
• Conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs on various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to the following: Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Diesel steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.
• 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, Diesel steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Assist 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.
• 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.
• Safe drivers needed and 3 YR MVR review required; Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence driver’s license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.

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.
• Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring, which may include performing repetitive tasks.
• 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

• Weekly pay – get paid every Friday for added convenience and financial flexibility.
• Safety bonuses.
• Safety boots & safety glasses reimbursement.
• Extreme weather gear (cold & hot).
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available.
• Take the service truck home daily (stop paying for gas!).
• Tablet & company cellphone provided.
• Technical training provided to advance your career.
• Dedicated career path – Over 50% of our front-line managers are promoted from within.
• 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.