Entry Level Diesel Mechanic Mon - Sat

Cox Fleet • Wilmington, DE

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Cox Fleet is seeking individuals interested in a career as a Diesel Technician through its paid educational program, FleeTec Academy. This program is designed to help individuals enter the Diesel & Trailer Maintenance field without the burden of high tuition costs and tool expenses associated with traditional technical schools. Participants will receive free education, a set of hand tools with a toolbox, and a weekly paycheck while undergoing training. The program includes four weeks of full-time schooling at the Academy Campus, with travel, accommodation, and meal stipends covered. Upon completion, trainees will receive hands-on training with a Lead Technician and be offered a full-time job as a Mobile Diesel Mechanic. The role involves performing preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations using a state-of-the-art vehicle. The company offers competitive pay rates with a clear path for raises and advancement.

Requirements

• Desire to start a career as a Diesel & Trailer Technician and become a Mobile Mechanic.
• Willingness and ability to study hard.
• Ability to dedicate four (4) weeks away from home for training.
• Maturity level to focus on the task at hand.
• Technical aptitude and a passion for fixing vehicles.
• Ability to operate an iPad.
• Must be 21 years of age to drive a company truck.
• Willingness to undergo background checks, driving records checks, pre-employment drug testing, and physical examinations.

Nice To Haves

• A High-School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a four-week paid classroom training program.
• Undergo hands-on training with a Lead Technician.
• Perform preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations as a Mobile Diesel Mechanic.
• Operate a state-of-the-art vehicle to perform repairs at customer sites.
• Attend further classroom study periodically to develop skill sets.
• Maintain and repair light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers.

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 tenure.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED