Lead Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Cox Enterprises•Edison, NJ

2d•$36 - $53•Remote

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Lead Mobile Diesel Technician to perform mobile, field-based maintenance and repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles and trailers. The role includes licensed DOT inspections, preventative maintenance, minor and advanced repairs, and mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. The Lead Mobile Diesel Technician is expected to achieve mastery in most technical disciplines and is moderately relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs. The position has substantial customer-facing responsibilities and leads jobsites, with customer interactions strongly influenced by the technician. The Lead Mobile Diesel Technician mentors and teaches other technicians according to their learning styles, supports their inventory reconciliation and repair practices, and assists the Mobile Technician Manager with quality-control inspections. The role also makes valuable decisions with the Mobile Technician Manager regarding technicians’ performance and potential, and performs the manager’s duties in their absence. This is a mobile position with 100% travel and requires availability to cover weekend issues. The technician works with a high degree of independence, manages their daily schedule and concurrent tasks, maintains a company-issued service truck, and documents work through the company’s repair-order process and proprietary TRAIT application.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 7 years of experience; alternatively, a related degree or certification beyond high school/GED and 5 years of experience, or 9 years of experience in a related field.
Possess and supply the hand tools necessary to perform the job duties.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.
Obtain ASE C1 (Service Consultant) certification within 18 months.
Obtain ASE 608/609 certification within 18 months.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment. A current DOT medical card with more than four months remaining until expiration may be submitted instead of a DOT physical; a physical is required if the card has four months or less of validity remaining.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations.
Hold a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence, be a safe driver, and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Be able to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Be able to exert oneself physically over long periods without tiring, including performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate facts, ideas, and messages succinctly and in an organized manner, and engage in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
Determine the types of tools and equipment needed.
Judge which of several objects is closer or farther away, or estimate 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.
Understand the implications of new information for current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Nice To Haves

ASE T2 (Diesel Engines) certification.
ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification.
ASE T4 (Brakes) certification.
ASE T5 (Suspension) certification.
ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification.
ASE T7 (HVAC) certification.
ASE A8 (Engine Performance) certification.
ASE L1 (Advanced Engine Performance Specialist) certification.
ASE L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and DOT inspections, and complete follow-up repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile or field environment.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment, including electrical, brake, and cooling systems; starters and alternators; fan clutches; engine electronics; diesel steering systems; gas and diesel engines; manual and automatic transmissions; clutches; and differentials.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment, including electrical, brake, and cooling systems; starters and alternators; air-conditioning systems; fan clutches; engine electronics; diesel steering systems; gas and diesel engines; manual and automatic transmissions; clutches; and differentials.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
Road-test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and confirm that they are working properly.
Identify problems, assess the accuracy and relevance of information, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
Independently manage parts inventory and equipment on the company-issued service truck and complete periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Listen and communicate effectively with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet expectations.
Manage concurrent assigned tasks and prioritize work activities and time allocations effectively.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work according to company standards and upload photographs of work performed, parts used, and findings to repair orders using a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and promptly.
Work independently and manage the daily schedule while maintaining productivity within or close to Standard Repair Times.
Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as needed for repairs.
Communicate with management and the support team by email or phone to obtain estimate approvals, retrieve purchase order numbers, and discuss repair-order findings.
Perform work in compliance with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Support Mobile Diesel Technicians I, II, and Senior Technicians with inventory reconciliation.
Mentor Mobile Diesel Technicians I, II, and Senior Technicians on best practices and techniques for staying within or close to Standard Repair Times.
Assist the Mobile Technician Manager with quality-control inspections of work performed by Mobile Diesel Technicians I, II, and Senior Technicians.
Mentor and teach technicians in a manner suited to their learning styles, and provide input to the Mobile Technician Manager about technicians’ performance and potential.
Perform the duties of the Mobile Technician Manager in their absence.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
401(k) matching after 90 days: 100% match up to a 6% contribution, plus an additional 2% discretionary company contribution.
Accrue up to 200 hours (five weeks) of paid time off based on tenure.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Pet insurance.
Company-paid volunteer hours and employee resource and diversity groups.
Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and other offerings.
Weekly pay.
Safe-driving and technician-efficiency bonuses.
Safety boots and safety-glasses reimbursement.
Extreme-weather gear for cold and hot conditions.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Company service truck may be taken home daily.
Company-provided tablet and cellphone.
Technical training and a dedicated career path.
At least 6.67 hours of paid time off per month and seven paid holidays per calendar year.
Additional paid leave may include bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.