Shop Trailer Mechanic I

Job Summary

Cox Fleet is hiring a Shop Trailer Mechanic I. This position involves performing DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other duties such as trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps, and engines.

Duties

• 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.
• Aid 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 duties.
• Work with Service Writers to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving problems, or meeting expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments about prioritizing work activities and time allocations.
• Act with integrity, demonstrating honesty and keeping commitments.
• 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, as well as trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
• 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 a timely manner.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and work within or close to standard repair times.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers, and discuss RO findings notes.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participate and complete all-in company required safety training.
• Maintain Shop assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks, and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs on various types of trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers, 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-in company required training.
• 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.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.

Required Certifications or Obtained Within 18 Months

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification

PREFERRED Certifications

• ASE 608/609 certification*

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 of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
• 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.
• Ability to communicate 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.

Why Cox Fleet?

• Weekly pay – get paid every Friday for added convenience and financial flexibility.
• Safe driving & tech efficiency 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.

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, ride.

Application Information

To be considered for employment, all candidates must submit their application directly through official Cox careers website. Applicants who complete Applications that are received through third-party postings, social media, or other channels will be invited to submit an official Application through the company’s career site.

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