Lead Mobile Diesel Technician - DOT Field Expert

Cox Automotive Inc.; Edison (NJ); Remote; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Safety boots reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Tablet & company phone

Technical training

Career path

Job summary

Cox Fleet is hiring a Lead Mobile Diesel Technician to perform DOT inspections and extensive diagnostics in a mobile/field setting. You will lead on jobsites, mentor other technicians, and interact with clients while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

100% travel required and hourly pay range provided. Qualifications include a HS diploma/GED or higher, 5–9 years’ related experience, ASE certifications to be completed within 18 months, and a valid DOT-regulated background plus a DOT

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with related experience or higher.
• ASE certifications (T8 PMI, 608/609, C1) to be obtained within 18 months.
• DOT pre-employment background screen and DOT physical required.
• Must be at least 21 years old with valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform PM and DOT inspections on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in mobile/field environment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, brake, cooling, engine, and diesel systems.
• Road test vehicles and document findings in Repair Orders using TRAIT app.
• Manage parts inventory and company service truck equipment; run safety checks.
• Coordinate with management for repair estimates and approvals; mentor junior techs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and DOT safety regulations.

Skills

DOT inspections

Diagnostics

Customer interaction

Mentoring others

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma/GED

ASE certifications (T8 PMI, 608/609, C1) within 18 months

Tools

Hand tools

Diesel diagnostic instruments

Test instruments

Job description

Cox Fleet is hiring a Lead Mobile Diesel Technician to perform DOT inspections and extensive diagnostics in a mobile/field setting. You will lead on jobsites, mentor other technicians, and interact with clients while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

100% travel required and hourly pay range provided. Qualifications include a HS diploma/GED or higher, 5–9 years’ related experience, ASE certifications to be completed within 18 months, and a valid DOT-regulated background plus a DOT