Mobile Trailer Mechanic II - Class C License, $2500 New Hire Bonus

Cox Automotive Inc.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 30,379 - 43,267; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Uniforms provided

Safety boots & glasses reimbursement

Tablet and company cellphone provided

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Cox Fleet in Naperville, IL is hiring a Mobile Trailer Technician II to perform certified DOT inspections, preventive maintenance, and light repairs at customer sites.

You will work under supervision on advanced tasks, document findings with RO, manage parts and the service truck, and ensure safety compliance in a fast-paced mobile environment.

We offer weekly pay, uniforms, training, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or higher with 3+ years in trailers.
• Ability to pass DOT pre-employment screening and DOT physical.
• Valid CDL Class C license.
• Must pass DOT background and compliance checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform DOT inspections and preventive maintenance on trailers at customer sites.
• Document work using RO in TRAIT via iOS device.
• Diagnose electrical components and repair trailer systems.
• Maintain safety practices and operate the company service truck.
• Coordinate parts and communications with customers and vendors.

Skills

DOT inspections

Preventive maintenance

Trailer brakes

Electrical troubleshooting

TRAIT documentation

Service truck operation

Customer communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

TRAIT app

iOS device

ASE T8

ASE T4

ASE T6

ASE T7

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

To support the growth of the company, Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Trailer Technician II to join our team. This is a dedicated on‑site position. The Mobile Trailer Technician II will be responsible for performing certified DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other duties such as trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps, engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, and replacement of panels, body and framework. Work is performed at the customer’s site. The technician can perform more advanced repairs under the supervision of a Sr Mobile Trailer Technician or higher and continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills. A successful Mobile Trailer Technician II complies with all company policies and achieves high‑level performance metrics.

DUTIES

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs, DOT inspections, and follow‑up repairs on various trailers and equipment with little or no supervision.
• 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 the TRAIT application.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs on various types of trailers and equipment, including brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps, engines, liftgates, and brake chambers.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other documentation in a timely fashion.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical components.
• Always follow safe operating practices and procedures.
• Manage parts inventory and equipment on the company‑issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
• Maintain and operate the company‑issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks and pre/post‑trip inspections.
• Apply knowledge acquired through formal training or on‑the‑job experience to perform the job; work with technical information related to the role.
• Work with and listen effectively to clients and customers, assessing their needs and providing assistance to resolve problems.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, prioritizing work‑related activities and time allocations.
• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty, keep commitments, and maintain confidentiality.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (“PM”), DOT inspections, and follow‑up repairs on trailers and equipment in a mobile/field environment.
• Respond to call‑center dispatched unscheduled service and maintenance requests.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, trailer tools, welding equipment, and jacks.
• Work independently and manage own daily schedule.
• Maintain a high level of productivity, working within or close to most standard repair times.
• Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as necessary.
• Communicate with management and support team via email or phone to obtain repair estimate approvals or discuss RO findings.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Participate and complete all company‑required safety training.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with assigned customers and vendors; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain the company‑issued service truck and conduct daily safety checks and pre/post‑trip inspections.
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Stay current on safety protocols and procedures.
• Diagnose, adjust, and perform repairs on various trailer equipment and systems, including brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps, engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body, and framework.
• Identify problems and determine the accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment.
• Inspect, test, and listen for defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Assist Mobile Trailer Technician I with diagnostics.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and at least 3 years of experience in a related field (trailers); or any higher degree/certification with 5 years of experience.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required duties.
• OEM training and certifications are preferred.
• Participate in and complete all company‑required training.
• Must pass a DOT‑regulated pre‑employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
• A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four months remaining may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical; otherwise a DOT physical is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating authority regulations.
• Valid driver’s license required; must maintain a valid state‑of‑residence driver’s license and build a Driver Qualification File.
• CDL Class C license required.

Required or Obtained Within 18 Months

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification.

Preferred Certifications

• ASE 608/609 certification
• ASE T4 (Brakes) certification
• ASE T5 (Suspension) certification
• ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification
• ASE T7 (HVAC) certification

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Understand implications of new information for current and future problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods; perform moderately heavy labor.
• Physical endurance for repetitive tasks.
• Accurate spatial judgment of distances.
• Communicate information succinctly and organize ideas effectively.
• Select appropriate tools and equipment for tasks.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.

Why Cox Fleet?

• Weekly pay—get paid every Friday.
• Safe driving and tech efficiency bonuses.
• Reimbursement for safety boots and glasses.
• Extreme weather gear (cold & hot).
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available.
• Take the service truck home daily (stop paying for gas!).
• Tablet and company cellphone provided.
• Technical training provided to advance your career.
• Dedicated career path—over 50% of front‑line managers are promoted from within.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance starts day one of employment.
• 401(k) matching starts after 90 days: 100% match up to 6% contribution plus 2% discretionary company contribution.
• Accrue up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of paid time off based on tenure.
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
• Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Multiple ERG and diversity groups; company‑paid volunteer hours.
• Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives, and more.

Compensation

Hourly pay rate ranges from $26.73 to $40.10 per hour, based on location, experience, and skill level. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or incentive programs.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability and veterans.