Shop Trailer Mechanic I

Cox Fleet keeps your fleet moving! Headquartered in Indianapolis, Cox Fleet has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country. 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. Cox Fleet also services customers utilizing its 50+ nationwide service centers; each offering accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. Supported by a 24/7 in-house call-center, we provide scheduled maintenance services and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime.

About the role

This is a dedicated on-site shop position; we do not provide emergency side-of-the-road repairs. The Shop Trailer Technician I will perform DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other duties such as aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers. Under supervision, the Technician I can perform more advanced repairs and assists higher-level Technicians while continuing to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnosis. A successful Shop Trailer Technician I complies with all company policies and achieves high-level performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• 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 them.
• 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 the job; work with, understand, and evaluate technical information related to the job.
• Work with Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving problems, or satisfying expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments to prioritize work-related activities and time allocations.
• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty, and keep commitments; behave consistently, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance ("PM"), DOT Inspections, and follow-up repairs on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles in a Shop environment.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
• Document work performed, parts used, and findings observed on Repair Orders ("RO") using a company-issued device and/or Karmak application; upload pictures as required.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other documentation in a timely fashion.
• Maintain high productivity and work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers, and/or discuss RO findings.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies, and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participate in and complete all company-required safety training.
• Maintain Shop-assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks, and perform daily pre/post-trip inspections.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs on various types of trailer equipment and systems, including but not limited to: aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, and trailer steering systems.
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and up to 2 years' experience in a related field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• OEM training and certifications are preferred.
• Participate in and complete all company-required training.

Qualifications

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification required (or obtained within 18 months).
• ASE 608/609 certification preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, to make repairs or perform maintenance services.
• 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; perform moderately heavy laboring work.
• Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods without tiring, including performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to accurately judge distances between objects and the observer.
• Ability to communicate information effectively in a succinct and organized manner; engage in two-way communication with individuals and groups.
• Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed for the job.

Benefits

• Weekly pay (every Friday).
• Safety Boots & Safety Glasses reimbursement.
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available.
• Technical training provided to advance your career.
• Dedicated career path (over 50% of front-line managers are promoted from within).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting DAY ONE of employment.
• 401(k) matching starts after 90 days: 100% match up to 6% contribution, plus 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 ERG and diversity groups, plus company-paid volunteer hours.
• Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives, and more.

Pay

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $18.17 - $27.31 per hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as location and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. The position may be eligible for additional compensation, including commission and/or incentive programs.

Schedule

• Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Additional paid time off includes bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.