Mobile Diesel Mechanic II

Cox Automotive; Brentwood (NY); Remote; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician II to service on-site and mobile maintenance for light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks across the USA. The role emphasizes DOT inspections, preventive maintenance, and rapid diagnostics in a mobile field setting.

The technician will work with various truck systems, manage parts on a service truck, and document all findings using the TRAIT app on an iOS device, with a strong focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• DOT inspections experience preferred.
• Experience performing scheduled PM on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles.
• Ability to diagnose and repair truck systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled PM and DOT inspections on vehicles in a mobile environment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, braking, cooling, engine, and transmission systems.
• Document work and upload repair orders using TRAIT on the iOS device and manage parts inventory.

Skills

DOT inspections

Preventive maintenance

Vehicle diagnostics

Road testing

Tools

iOS device

TRAIT app

Diesel tools

Hand tools

Job description

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: Variable

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $35.29 - $52.88/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

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.

Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician II.

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 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.
• 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.
• 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 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 insp