Mobile Light/Medium Mechanic I

CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 27,689 - 41,465; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care insurance

401(k) retirement planning

Paid time off

Job summary

CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC is seeking a Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on light and medium vehicles. This role requires traveling to customer locations across Georgia, performing scheduled services, and diagnosing vehicle issues. A valid driver's license and tools are necessary.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, with at least 1 year of automotive repair experience. The position provides competitive pay, health benefits, and a career development path with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as an Automotive Technician required.
• Valid driver’s license needed.
• Participation in company training required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer locations for vehicle repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Document work completed and parts used.

Skills

Automotive repair skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance inspections, light and follow‑up repairs, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics, and licensed DOT inspections at customer locations. Travel is required 100% of the time, and the technician will service multiple customers across the state with a rotating schedule of Mon‑Fri the first week and Mon‑Sat the second week (home every day). This flat‑rate position offers an abundance of work.

Responsibilities

• Follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Travel to and perform work at customer locations, most of the work performed outside.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM), DOT inspections, and follow‑up repairs on light and medium vehicles in the field.
• Conduct routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, lifts, and jacks.
• Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various vehicle and equipment systems including electrical, brake, cooling systems, starters/alternators, fan clutches, engine electronics, engines (gas only), and transmissions (manual and automatic).
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair vehicles, trucks, and equipment involving electrical, brake, cooling systems, air conditioning, fan clutches, engine electronics, diesel steering systems, engines, transmissions, clutches, and differentials.
• Inspect, test, and use test instruments such as scanners and pressure gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
• Identify problems and evaluate solutions using sound judgment.
• Determine parts required for each job, order, and pick up parts for installation.
• Perform work in compliance with safety, health, environmental policies, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Document and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and findings on repair orders (RO) using a company‑provided cellphone and on paper.
• Accurately complete DOT and other required documentation in a timely fashion.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and assist in daily cleanup.
• Apply knowledge acquired through formal training or on‑the‑job experience.
• Work with the support team to assess customer needs and resolve issues.
• Manage concurrent tasks, prioritizing work and time allocations effectively.
• Act with integrity, honesty, and confidentiality, adhering to ethical standards.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and meet standard repair time expectations.
• Communicate with the support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates and discuss RO findings.
• Participate in all company‑required safety training.
• Maintain an assigned service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and perform daily pre‑/post‑trip inspections.
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license; safe driving record required.
• Set of hand tools necessary for job duties.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Automotive Technician on light/medium vehicle repair or equivalent (combinations of education, certification, skills, or experience accepted).
• Minimum of 2 years of equivalent experience in a similar technician role.
• Participation in and completion of all company‑required training.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship; no visa or OPT sponsorship.

Skills & Abilities

• Understand new information and its implications for problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods; perform moderately heavy labor.
• Maintain physical stamina for repetitive tasks without tiring.
• Communicate information succinctly and organized manner.
• Engage in effective two‑way communication with individuals and groups.
• Determine the type of tools and equipment needed for specific tasks.
• Accurately judge distances and spatial relationships.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses and evaluate alternative solutions.

Benefits

• Pay range of $20.10 to $30.10 per flag hour based on location.
• Eligible for commission and incentive programs.
• Technical training provided to advance career.
• Dedicated career path; over 50% of front‑line managers promoted from within.
• Minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off (PTO) per month and seven paid holidays per year.
• Additional paid time off for bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteering, military leave, and parental leave.
• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement planning (401(k)).
• Paid days off: sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, or PTO.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, 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 undue hardship.