Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Mobile Diesel Tech II - DOT Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option Can work remotely but need to live in the specified city, state, or region Travel % Yes 100% of the time Work Shift Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $29.38 - $44.09/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.

Job Description

If you have any questions or to connect with a recruiter while your application is being reviewed, please Text DFS2 to 317-597-8130 EOE, including disability/vets Schedule Days: Wednesday - Sunday Hours: Variable Shift

Overview

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. Cox Fleet 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. Cox Fleet also services customers utilizing its 50+ nationwide service centers; each offering accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. We are supported by a 24/7 in-house call-center and provide scheduled maintenance services and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime. Position We are currently hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician Level 2 or Sr Mobile Diesel Mechanic (Level 3). The Mobile Diesel Technician Level II will be responsible for performing licensed DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and follow-up repairs, light mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned. The Mobile Diesel Technician II can perform more advanced diagnostics and repairs under the supervision of a Sr Mobile Diesel Technician or higher. The Diesel Technician II continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques. A successful Diesel Technician II complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics. Duties - 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 various types of 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, Differentials, etc. - Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of truck equipment including 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. - 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 they are working properly - Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives - Independently manage parts inventory and equipment provided on company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation - Maintain and operate company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and pre-/post-trip inspections of vehicle - Work with and listen effectively to clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, or satisfy expectations - Manage concurrent assigned tasks, prioritizing work-related activities and time allocations - Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Diesel tools, welding equipment, lift 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 iOS device and our TRAIT application - Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in a timely fashion - Work with a high degree of independence and manage own daily schedule - Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times - Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as necessary for the repairs to be performed - Communicate with management and support team via email or phone to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve PO numbers, and discuss RO findings notes - Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT - Maintain company issued service truck, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections 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 - Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties - Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months - 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; 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 Certifications Required Certifications or Obtained within 18 Months - ASE T8 (PMI) certification Preferred Certifications - ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification - ASE T4 (Brakes) certification - ASE T5 (Suspension) certification - ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification - ASE T7 (HVAC) certification - ASE 608/609 certification - ASE T2 (Diesel Engines) certification - ASE A8 (Engine Performance) certification - ASE L1 (Advanced Engine Performance Specialist) certification - 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; ability to perform moderately heavy labor - Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods without tiring, including repetitive tasks - Communicates information (facts, ideas, 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, or the distance between an object and the observer - Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems - The Sr. Mobile Diesel Technician will be responsible for performing licensed DOT inspections, PMs, light and advanced repairs, advanced mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned - Heavily relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Mobile Diesel Technician I/II - Considered the Lead on jobsites by customers and Technicians - Functions as a consultant on the customer's behalf - A successful Sr Mobile Diesel Technician complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics Duties (Sr Mobile Diesel Technician) - Performs scheduled PM, DOT inspections and follow-up repairs on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment - Performs minor adjustments and repairs on various truck equipment - Diagnoses, adjusts, and repairs various truck equipment - Inspects, tests, and listens to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions - Road tests vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and ensure proper operation - Identifies problems, determines accuracy and relevance of information, and evaluates alternatives - Independently manages parts inventory and equipment on the service truck - Maintains and operates the service vehicle, conducts safety checks, and pre-/post-trip inspections - Works with clients to assess needs and provide solutions - Manages concurrent tasks and prioritizes work - Uses hand tools, precision instruments, Diesel tools, welding equipment, lift and jacks - Documents work performed, parts used, and findings on RO using TRAIT app - Completes DOT forms and other documentation promptly - Works independently and manages daily schedule - Maintains productivity and adheres to Standard Repair Times - Obtains parts from approved vendors as needed - Communicates with management and support teams for approvals and RO discussions - Performs work in compliance with safety, health, and environmental policies and regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT) - Maintains service truck and performs safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections Experience (Sr Mobile Diesel Technician) - High School Diploma/GED and 5 years’ experience in a related field; alternative combinations possible as described - 3+ years of experience