Fleet Auto Maintenance Tech I - DOT $1,500 New Hire Bonus

Cox Enterprises • Baton Rouge, LA

3d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is a mid-level Automotive Technician I who provides high quality vehicle maintenance and repairs for fleet vehicles with a focus on exceptional customer satisfaction in a cost-effective manner. This Technician may work independently or in a team environment. The Automotive Technician II will report to the Area Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, Area Fleet Maintenance Manager, or the Senior Area Fleet Maintenance Manager.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of vehicle service and repair experience; 1 year of customer service experience preferred.
• Must currently possess or be able to attain minimum of 4 A.S.E. certifications within 18 months of employment.
• Must continue training to maintain current A.S.E. status and to meet with technology and fleet changes as they occur.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to enter and exit vehicles frequently.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds (tools, equipment).
• Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one prior to employment or within 72 hours of hire.
• Clear a pre-employment drug test.
• Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Preventive Maintenance: change oil, oil filter, fuel filter, transmission flush, and inspection of vehicle for mechanical deficiencies.
• Perform light repairs as required.
• Based upon certification levels, perform various repairs and maintenance which may include: OBD II systems, brake components, tires, tune-ups, suspension components, aerial lifts, electrical systems, State Safety Inspections, interior/exterior components, engine, and drive line components, etc.
• May maintain/repair equipment. (Cable trailers, laptop docking stations, etc.)
• Keep shop area clean and tidy.
• Perform work in accordance with safety standards.
• Dispose of all fluids in a safe manner and in accordance with all regulations.
• Create and maintain vehicle history and maintenance records.
• May up-fit new vehicles with necessary equipment.
• Performs some more complex repairs, advanced diagnostics, and some fabrication.
• Assures prompt repairs by interfacing and coordinating with vendors for parts and repairs.
• May perform roadside assistance as needed.
• Provides custom equipment when needed by engaging in equipment design and moderate fabrication tasks including welding.
• Assures availability of specialized trucks by troubleshooting and repairing complex hydraulic systems, generators and electrical systems, hybrids, and on-board computer systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• retirement planning (401(k))
• paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

What This Job Offers

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