Shop Trailer Mechanic I

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive; Village of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition Assistance

Employee discounts

Safety gear reimbursement

Job summary

A fleet maintenance company in Lancaster, NY, is looking for a Mobile Trailer Technician II. This entry-level role involves performing DOT inspections, preventive maintenance, and light repairs on trailers and equipment. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, experience with refrigeration equipment, and must be prepared to obtain required certifications. Competitive benefits include health insurance starting day one and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a related field with focus on refrigerated equipment.
• Possess a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Ability to obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform DOT inspections and preventive maintenance on trailers and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair refrigeration equipment and light repairs on trucks.
• Manage parts inventory and conduct safety checks on service vehicle.

Skills

Refrigeration equipment

Mechanics

Technical information analysis

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Welding equipment

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Fleet Services – A Cox Automotive Company keeps your fleet moving!

Fleet Services – A Cox Automotive Company keeps your fleet moving!

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Fleet Services by Cox Automotive has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country.

Fleet Services 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. Fleet Services 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 growth of the company, Fleet Services By Cox Automotive is currently hiring a Mobile Trailer Technician II to join our team! This is a dedicated on-site position and we do not provide emergency side of the road type of repairs. If you are looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk to you! The Mobile Trailer Technician II will be responsible for performing certified DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other duties as assigned such as trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps, and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body and framework. Work performed at the customer's site. The Mobile Trailer Technician II can perform more advanced repairs under the supervision of a Sr Mobile Trailer Technician or higher. The Mobile Trailer Technician II assists Sr Mobile Trailer Technician or higher Technicians with repairs 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

• Preventive Maintenance and repairs on ThermoKing, Carrier and other refrigeration equipment, Preventive maintenance and repair, DOT inspections on Freightliner and Mack Trucks, trailers out of Service Truck with little or no supervision.
• Diagnose and repair/replace compressors, coils, electrical components, etc
• Always follows and complies with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Independently manage parts inventory and equipment provided on company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
• Maintain and operate company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and pre-/post-trip inspections of vehicle.
• 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 and listen effectively to clients and customers to assess their 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 trailers and equipment in a mobile/field environment.
• Respond to call center dispatched unscheduled service and maintenance request.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Trailer tools, welding equipment, 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 iOS device and our proprietary TRAIT application
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in a timely fashion.
• Work with a high degree of independence and manage own daily schedule.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as necessary for the repairs to be performed.
• Communicate with management and support team via email or phone 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
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with assigned customers and vendors. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain company issued service truck, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of trailers equipment and systems including, but not limited to the following: trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Remain up to date on safety protocols and procedures.
• Diagnose, adjust, and perform repairs on various types of trailer equipment, and systems including, but not limited to the following: trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body, and framework.
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Inspect, test, and listen to 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 3 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; or 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience with refrigerated equipment
• 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.
• Obtain 608/609 certification 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.
• A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four (4) months remaining until its expiration may be submitted in leu of a DOT physical. If the DOT medical card has four (4) months or less of validity remaining, a DOT physical will be required.
• Due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years or older.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s 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)
• ASE T7 (HVAC) certification
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, to make repairs or perform maintenance services.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to communicate 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.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
  
  

WHY FLEET SERVICES BY COX AUTOMOTIVE?

• Safe driving & Tech efficiency bonuses
• Safety Boots & Safety Glasses reimbursement
• Extreme weather gear (Cold & Hot)
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available
• Take service truck home daily (stop paying for gas!)
• Laptop & company cellphone provided
• 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.
• A ccrue 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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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