Fleet Maintenance Tech II M-F 8 am - 5 pm

Cox Enterprises • Bradenton, FL

3d • $24 - $36

About The Position

This position is a mid-level Fleet Mobile Technician II 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/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
• Minimum of 3 years of vehicle service and repair experience; 1 year of customer service experience preferred.
• Possess or be able to attain minimum of 4 A.S.E. certifications preferred
• 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.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds (tools, equipment).
• 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.
• Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence driver’s license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.
• To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test.
• Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.
• 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.

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.
• Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and 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