Lead Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Cox • Edison, NJ

19d • $43 - $64 • Remote

About The Position

Cox Fleet is seeking a Lead Mobile Diesel Technician to perform licensed DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, and advanced mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics. This role requires a mastery of technical disciplines, strong diagnostic and triage skills for complex repairs, and excellent customer interaction. The Lead Mobile Diesel Technician will also mentor other technicians, potentially perform the duties of the Mobile Technician Manager in their absence, and lead on job sites, significantly influencing the customer's experience. The position involves working in a mobile/field environment and requires managing parts inventory, operating a company-issued service vehicle, and documenting work performed using a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 7 years’ experience, OR any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 5 years’ experience, OR 9 years’ experience in a related field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
• 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, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
• Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring, which may include performing repetitive tasks.
• Must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
• Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification C1 (Service Consultant) within eighteen (18) months.
• Obtain 608/609 certification within eighteen (18) months.
• 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.
• 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)
• ASE L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) certification

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment.
• Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to: Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Diesel steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to: Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Air conditioning systems, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Diesel steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Road test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and to ensure that they are working properly.
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Independently manage parts inventory and equipment provided on company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
• Maintain and operate company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and pre-/post-trip inspections of vehicle.
• Work with and listen effectively to clients and customers to assess their needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Diesel tools, welding equipment, lift and jacks.
• Document according to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and all findings observed on Repair Orders (“RO”) using company-issued iOS device and our proprietary TRAIT application.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Work with a high degree of independence and manage own daily schedule.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as necessary for the repairs to be performed.
• Communicate with management and support team via email or phone to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Maintain company issued service truck, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Support Mobile Diesel Technicians I/II/Sr in inventory reconciliation.
• Mentor Mobile Diesel Technicians I/II/Sr on best practices and techniques to stay within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Assist Mobile Tech Manager (MTM) with Quality Control Inspections on work performed by Mobile Diesel Technicians I/II/Sr.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Safe driving & tech efficiency bonuses
• Safety boots & safety glasses reimbursement
• Extreme weather gear (cold & hot)
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available
• Take the service truck home daily
• Tablet & company cellphone provided
• Technical training provided to advance your career
• Dedicated career path – Over 50% of our front-line managers are promoted from within
• 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 your tenure with the company.
• 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 and much more.
• Paid time off (minimum sixteen hours every month)
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Bereavement leave
• Time off to vote
• Jury duty leave
• Volunteer time off
• Military leave
• Parental leave

What This Job Offers

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