Job Overview
Company: Cox Automotive – USA. Job Family: Vehicle Operations. Position: Mobile Diesel Technician Level II, DOT Management Level, Individual Contributor. Work Options: Flexible; can work remotely but must reside in specified city, state, or region. Travel: 100% of time. Work Shift: Variable. Compensation: Hourly base pay $26.73 – $40.10, with potential for commissions, incentives, and a $3,000 New Hire Bonus ($1,500 after 30 days and $1,500 after 180 days). Equipment: Mobile service truck, iOS device for TRAIT app.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT inspections, and follow‑up repairs on light, medium, and heavy‑duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment.
- Conduct minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment: electrical, brake, cooling, starters, alternators, fan clutches, engine electronics, diesel steering systems, engines (gas and diesel), transmissions (manual and automatic), clutches, and differentials.
- Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment using test instruments such as handheld computers, pressure gauges, and other precision tools.
- Road‑test vehicles to verify functionality and safety.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to identify malfunctions.
- Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, and lifting jacks at the service truck.
- Maintain and operate the company‑issued service vehicle; conduct safety checks and pre/post‑trip inspections.
- Independently manage parts inventory and equipment; perform periodic reconciliation.
- Document work on Repair Orders (RO) via the TRAIT application, uploading photos and parts records.
- Accurately complete DOT forms and all required documentation timely.
- Communicate with clients, customers, management, and support teams via email or phone to obtain approvals, discuss estimates, and report findings.
- Maintain adherence to safety, health, environmental policies, OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
- Work independently and manage own daily schedule, ensuring productivity and adherence to Standard Repair Times.
- Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as needed.
- Perform work in compliance with federal regulations, including FMCSA, DOT physical, and medical card requirements.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of related experience (alternatively, any level degree or certification beyond an HS diploma combined with ≥5 years of experience).
- Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a Driver Qualification File.
- Safe driving record; age 21 or older required.
- Available for 100% travel and variable shifts.
- Ability to lift, bend, climb, and perform moderate heavy labor, including repetitive tasks.
- Must successfully complete DOT‑regulated pre‑employment background screening and DOT physical (or provide a DOT medical card with >4 months validity).
Certifications
- Required: ASE T8 (PMI) within 18 months.
- PREFERRED: ASE T3 (Drivetrain), ASE T4 (Brakes), ASE T5 (Suspension), ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems), ASE T7 (HVAC), ASE 608/609 (Diesel Fuel System), and any other ASE certifications relevant to diesel or heavy‑duty maintenance.
Skills & Abilities
- Understand implications of new information for problem‑solving and decision‑making.
- Communicate information succinctly and organize it effectively.
- Engage in effective two‑way communication with individuals and groups.
- Determine appropriate tools and equipment for tasks.
- Accurately judge distances, weigh alternatives, and apply logical reasoning.
- Exert oneself physically over long periods without tiring.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision insurance from day one.
- 401(k) matching after 90 days: 100% match up to 6% plus a 2% discretionary match.
- Paid Time Off: up to 200 hours (≈5 weeks) based on tenure; monthly accrual of 6.67 hours and 7 paid holidays.
- Additional paid leave: bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteer, military, parental.
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Pet insurance and multiple employee resource groups.
- Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives, and more.
- Safety gear provided: safety boots, glasses, extreme‑weather gear, uniforms with laundry service (where available), and the ability to take the service truck home daily.
- Company laptop and cellphone.
- Technical training and a dedicated career path with promotion opportunities.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, 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. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.