Shop Diesel Mechanic I

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Technical training

Career path

Job summary

Cox Fleet is hiring a Shop Diesel Technician I to perform DOT inspections, preventive maintenance, and light repairs. Under supervision, you will assist higher‑level technicians and learn advanced diesel skills while maintaining safety and quality on site.

Join Cox Fleet for weekly pay, boots/glasses reimbursement, uniforms, and a clear career path with ongoing technical training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• DOT inspections and PM inspections experience preferred.
• Ability to perform routine and basic repairs with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform DOT inspections and PMs on light to heavy vehicles.
• Assist in repairs and learn advanced mechanical skills.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and document work orders.

Skills

DOT inspections

PM inspections

Light repairs

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Karmak system

Diesel tools

Lifts & jacks

Job description

****EOE, including disability/vets****

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.

Job Summary

Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Shop Diesel Technician I to join our team to support future growth of the Company. If you’re looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk with you. Shop Diesel Technician I will be responsible for performing DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections and light repairs, and other duties as assigned. The Shop Diesel Technician I can perform more advanced repairs under the supervision of a Shop Diesel Technician II or higher. The Shop Diesel Technician I assists Shop Diesel Technician II or higher Technicians with repairs and continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic Technicians. Work is frequently audited for quality. A successful Shop Diesel Technician I complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

Duties

• Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Independently determining parts required for each job and interact with the Shop Parts Department to obtain.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.
• Applies 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 Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing 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.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in a Shop environment.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts 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 device and/or Karmak application.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team 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.
• Participate and complete all-in company required safety training.
• Maintain Shop assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• 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.
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and up to 2 years’ experience in a related field
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
• This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Candidate must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.

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.

Required Certifications or obtained within 18 months

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification

Preferred Certifications

• ASE T4 (Brakes) certification

Why Cox Fleet?

• Weekly pay – get paid every Friday for added convenience and financial flexibility
• Safety Boots & Safety Glasses reimbursement
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available
• Technical training provided to advance your career
• Dedicated career path – ‘Over 50% of our 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 and an additional 2% discretionary contribution by the company.
• Accrue up to 200 hours (5-weeks) of Paid Time Off based on your tenure with the company.
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Adoption/Surrogacy assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Multiple ERG, diversity groups, and company paid volunteer hours.
• Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives and much more.