Sr Mobile Diesel Mechanic Weekends Variable shift

About the role

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive 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. We also service customers through 50+ nationwide service centers, providing accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. This role involves performing licensed DOT inspections, preventative maintenance, advanced diagnostics, and repairs in a mobile/field environment. The Sr. Mobile Diesel Technician serves as a lead on jobsites, consults on behalf of customers, and mentors junior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM), DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs on 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, and differentials.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment, including air conditioning systems and other components listed above.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Road test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and ensure proper functionality.
• Identify problems, evaluate information, and use sound judgment to generate and assess alternative solutions.
• Independently manage parts inventory and equipment on a company-issued service truck, including periodic reconciliation.
• Maintain and operate a company-issued service vehicle, conducting safety checks and pre-/post-trip inspections.
• Communicate effectively with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information, and resolve problems.
• Manage concurrent tasks, prioritizing work-related activities and time allocations.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
• Document work performed, parts used, and findings on Repair Orders (RO) using a company-issued iOS device and proprietary TRAIT application, including uploading photos.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and other documentation in a timely manner.
• Work with a high degree of independence and manage your daily schedule.
• Maintain high productivity and work within or close to Standard Repair Times.
• Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as necessary for repairs.
• Communicate with management and support teams via email or phone to obtain approvals, retrieve purchase order numbers, or discuss RO findings.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies, as well as federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Maintain the company-issued service truck, including safety checks and daily pre/post-trip inspections.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years of experience in a related field. Alternatively, any level of degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline or 5 years of experience in a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience with refrigerated equipment.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• OEM training and certifications are preferred but not required.
• ASE L2 certification preferred but not required.
• Complete all company-required training.
• 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 months remaining may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical.
• Due to interstate commerce regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license required; must be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.

Certifications

Required (or obtained within 18 months):

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification
• ASE 608/609 certification*

Preferred:

• ASE T2 (Diesel Engines) certification
• ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification
• ASE T4 (Brakes) certification
• ASE T5 (Suspension) certification
• ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification
• ASE T7 (HVAC) certification
• ASE A8 (Engine Performance) certification
• ASE L1 (Advanced Engine Performance Specialist)
• ASE L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) certification

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; perform moderately heavy labor.
• Ability to exert physical effort over long periods without tiring, including performing repetitive tasks.
• Communicate information succinctly and effectively in both individual and group settings.
• Determine the type of tools and equipment needed for tasks.
• Accurately judge distances and spatial relationships.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one of employment.
• 401(k) matching after 90 days: 100% match up to 6% contribution, plus an additional 2% discretionary company contribution.
• Paid Time Off: Accrue up to 200 hours (5 weeks) based on tenure.
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Additional paid leave: bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
• Adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives, and more.
• Multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and company-paid volunteer hours.
• Weekly pay (every Friday).
• Safe driving and tech efficiency bonuses.
• Safety boots and glasses reimbursement.
• Extreme weather gear (cold and hot).
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available.
• Take service truck home daily (no personal gas expenses).
• Tablet and company cellphone provided.
• Technical training to advance your career.
• Dedicated career path: over 50% of front-line managers are promoted from within.

Pay

Hourly pay rate ranges from $32.26 to $48.41 per hour. The base rate may vary based on location, candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. The position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as commission or incentive programs.

Schedule

Variable shift with a five-day work schedule that includes weekends (Saturday and Sunday).