Entry Level Diesel & Trailer Mechanic
About The Position
Cox Fleet is seeking individuals for their FleeTec Academy, a paid educational program designed to train individuals for a career as a full-time Diesel and Trailer Technician. This program offers free education in Diesel and Trailer Repair, a set of hand tools with a toolbox, and a paycheck during the five-week intensive training period. Upon completion of the classroom phase, participants will receive hands-on training with a Lead Technician and be offered a full-time Mobile Mechanic position. The role involves performing preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations using a state-of-the-art mobile vehicle. The company emphasizes employee growth and offers a clear path for raises and further training.
Requirements
- Willingness and ability to study hard for five weeks.
- Dedication to being away from home for the five-week training period.
- Maturity to focus on the task at hand.
- Technical aptitude and a passion for fixing vehicles.
- Ability to operate an iPad.
- Must be at least 21 years or older due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Must hold a valid state-of-residence driver's license.
- Ability to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.
- Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment (or submit a valid DOT medical card with more than four months remaining).
- Willingness to undergo background checks, driving records checks, pre-employment drug testing, and physical examination.
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Attend and successfully complete five (5) weeks of full-time schooling at the FleeTec Academy Campus.
- Participate in hands-on training with a Lead Technician in your market.
- Perform preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations as a Mobile Mechanic.
- Operate a state-of-the-art mobile vehicle for repairs.
- Continue education through periodic classroom study to develop skill sets.
- Maintain a valid driver's license and obtain/maintain Driver Qualification File.
- Adhere to regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
Benefits
- Paid educational program (FleeTec Academy)
- Travel expenses paid
- Hotel accommodation provided during training
- Stipend for meals during training
- Paycheck during training ($16/h or state minimum wage, whichever is greater, plus a $250 stipend for the 1st week)
- Free education on Diesel and Trailer Repair fundamentals
- Set of hand tools with toolbox provided
- Full-time job offer upon completion of initial training
- State-of-the-art mobile repair vehicle assigned
- Real pay rates with a predefined pathway for raises ($21/h upon graduation from the 1st phase of training)
- Continued training and pay progression opportunities
- Tools are kept by the technician upon successful completion of the program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
