Mobile Diesel Mechanic II Variable $3,000 New Hire Bonus

Cox Enterprises; Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Safety bonuses

Boots & safety glasses reimbursement

Take service truck home

Technical training

Health, dental, vision insurance from

Job summary

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician Level II to perform DOT inspections, preventative maintenance, and on-site repairs for trucks in a dynamic mobile environment.

You will diagnose electrical, braking, cooling, and engine systems, manage parts on the service truck, document findings in the TRAIT app, and ensure safety through pre/post-trip checks and compliance with OSHA/DOT rules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field. or 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• ASE certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
• ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems)
• Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) and DOT inspections on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair electrical, braking, cooling, engine, and transmission systems.
• Independently manage parts inventory and equipment on the service truck and reconcile regularly.
• Document work per company standards and upload RO findings using TRAIT app on an iOS device.
• Maintain service truck and conduct pre-/post-trip inspections and safety checks.

Skills

DOT inspections

PM inspections

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Vehicle maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ASE certification T8

ASE T6 Electrical

Tools

TRAIT app

Handheld computers

Pressure gauges

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

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

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.

$3000 New Hire Bonus, 50% after 30 days and 50% after 180 days

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.

Mobile Diesel Technician Level II

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.

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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field. or 5 years’ experience in a related field.

• Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
• ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems)
• Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed.

Why Cox Fleet?

• Weekly pay – get paid every Friday for added convenience and financial flexibility
• Safe driving & tech efficiency bonuses
• Safety boots & safety glasses reimbursement
• Take the service truck home daily (stop paying for gas!)
• Technical training provided to advance your career
• Health, dental, vision insurance starts DAY ONE of employment.
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Multiple ERG, diversity groups, and company paid volunteer hours.
• Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox.

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

EOE, including disability/vetsApplicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.