Mobile Diesel & Trailer Mechanic II
4 days ago
Knoxville
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 20+ nationwide service centers; each offering select services, such as accident repair, paint, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. Supported by a 24/7 in-house call-center, Cox Fleet provides maintenance scheduled and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime. COX FLEET is currently hiring a Mobile Diesel & Trailer Technician 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 & Trailer Technician can perform more advanced diagnostics and repairs under the supervision of a Sr Mobile Diesel Technician or higher. The Diesel & Trailer Technician continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques. A successful Diesel & Trailer Technician complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics. • 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 adjustment 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., • Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of trailers equipment and systems including, but not limited to the following: aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers, • 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., • Diagnose, adjust, and perform repairs on various types of trailer equipment, and systems including, but not limited to the following: aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body, and framework., • 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 to ensure that 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, 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., • 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 proprietary 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 purchase order numbers and/or 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., • Maintain company issued service truck, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections., • 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 leu 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, • ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification, • ASE T4 (Brakes) certification, • ASE T5 (Suspension) certification, • ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems), • ASE T7 (HVAC) certification, • ASE 608/609 certification*, • 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., • 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!), • Laptop & 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.