Sr Shop Diesel Mechanic

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive is seeking a Senior Shop Diesel Mechanic in Atlanta, GA. This role involves performing advanced diagnostics, inspections, and maintenance on truck equipment. Ideal candidates should have significant experience, possess necessary tools, and be committed to high performance standards from day one.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a relevant field or suitable combination of education/experience.
• Possess and provide necessary hand tools for the job.
• Ability to complete required DOT training.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing truck equipment including electrical and mechanical components.
• Performing DOT inspections and scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Communicating effectively with the Shop Manager on repair estimates.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

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Fleet Services by Cox Automotive provided pay range

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Base pay range

$33.00/hr - $45.00/hr

• SHIFT: Monday - Friday 10:30 am to 7:30 pm*
  
  

• SHIFT: Monday - Friday 10:30 am to 7:30 pm*
  
  

Job Summary

Fleet Services By Cox Automotive is currently hiring a Sr. Shop Diesel Technician 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! The Sr. Shop Diesel Technician will be responsible for performing licensed DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, advanced mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned. Heavily relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Shop Diesel Technician I/II. A successful Sr Shop Diesel Technician complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

Duties

• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of truck 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 and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.
• 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 Shop Diesel Technician I with diagnostics.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Shop Diesel Technicians I/II.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.\
• 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.
• Occasionally, travel and perform work at customer location.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
  
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 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 and 3 years’ experience; or 7 years’ experience in a related field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Participate in and complete all-in company required training.
• 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 and 3 YR MVR review required; Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence driver’s license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.
  
  

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.
  
  

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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