Mobile Light/Medium Mechanic II

Cox Enterprises; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production-based pay

Technical training

Career progression

Job summary

Cox Fleet is hiring a Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician to join Corcoran Fleet Services to support growth. The role involves preventative maintenance, light repairs, and diagnostics at customer sites.

Travel is required 100% of the time with a rotating schedule; home daily on certain weeks. The position is flat-rate with abundant work, and you will work across light/medium vehicles such as F-150/250/350 and some specialty equipment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to identify the tools and equipment needed for repairs.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer locations to perform work, with most work performed outside.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and DOT inspections on light/medium duty vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/ brake/ cooling systems and engine components.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and complete DOT forms and repair orders.
• Communicate findings and part requirements to the support team and customers.

Skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Tool selection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

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.

Job Summary

Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician to join our recently acquired company, Corcoran Fleet Services, to support our combined future growth. If you’re looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk with you. The Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician will be responsible for performing Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and follow‑up repairs, light mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, licensed DOT inspections, and other duties as assigned at our customer locations. Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic Techniques. A successful Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

• You will work on various light/medium duty vehicles such as F150, F250, and F350, including some specialty equipment etc.

• Travel is required 100% of the time. This position will service multiple customers in your area and around the state, depending on customer concentration.

• A rotating schedule of Mon-Fri the first week and Mon-Sat the second week (Home every day)

• This is a Flat Rate Position with abundance of work available.

Duties

• Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures.

• Travel to and perform work at customer location, with 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.

• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.

• Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as some Diesel tools, lifts, and jacks.

• Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of customer vehicles, trucks, and equipment including, but not limited to the following: Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Engines (gas only), Transmissions (manual and automatic) etc.

• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of vehicles, trucks, and 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 only), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.

• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as scanners and pressure gauges.

• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.

• Independently determining parts required for each job, ordering, and picking up the parts for installation.

• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.

• Document according to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and all findings observed on Repair Orders ("RO"), using company provided cellphone and on paper.

• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in a timely fashion, as applicable.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.

• Apply knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on‑the‑job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job.

• Work with support team to assess customer needs, provide 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.

• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty and keep commitments. Behave in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.

• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.

• Communicate with support team in corporate offices to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.

• Participate and complete all‑in company required safety training.

• Maintain assigned service vehicle, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.

• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.

• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an Automotive Technician on light/medium vehicle repair or equivalent combination of technical education/certifications/skill/experiences.

• 2 years of equivalent experience in a similar capacity Technician role.

• Participate in and complete all‑in company required training.

Skills & Abilities

• Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem‑solving and decision‑making.

• Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work

• Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring, which may include performing repetitive tasks.

• Communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner. Engages in effective two‑way communication with individuals and groups.

• Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed.

• Ability to accurately judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or the distance between an object and the observer.

• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

WHY Cox Fleet?

• Flag Roles: This position offers production‑based pay, meaning compensation is determined by the tasks performed. Pay ranges from $20.10 to $30.10 per flag hour based on location. The position may also be eligible for additional compensation, which may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

• Technical training provided to advance your career.

• Dedicated career path - 'Over 50% of our front‑line managers are promoted from within'.