Lead Shop Diesel Mechanic

Cox Enterprises•Orlando, FL

6d•$36 - $53•Hybrid

About The Position

Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Lead Shop Diesel Technician to join our team to support future growth of the Company. If you’re looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk with you. The Lead Shop Diesel Technician will be responsible for performing licensed DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, advanced mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned. Achieve a mastery in majority of technical disciplines. Moderately relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs. Mentor and teach other Technicians in a manner most conducive to their learning style. Lead Shop Diesel Technician has multiple interactions with Shop Manager to make valuable decisions related to the performance and potential of other Technicians within the group. Performs duties of Shop Manager in their absence.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED and 7 years’ experience. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as 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.
Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
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.

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)
ASE L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) certification

Responsibilities

Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures.
Independently determine parts required for each job and interact with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.
Applies knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job.
Work with Service Writer to assess customer 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.
Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty and keep commitments. Behave in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in a Shop environment.
Occasionally, travel and perform work at customer location.
Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts 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 device and/or Karmak application.
Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in a timely fashion.
Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
Communicate with Shop Manager and support team 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.
Participate and complete all-in company required safety training.
Maintain Shop assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to the following: Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Diesel steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.
Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to the following: 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, etc.
Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
Assist Shop Diesel Technician I with diagnostics and support where needed.
Support Shop Diesel Technician I/II in obtaining correct parts for each job.
Advises Shop Diesel Technicians I & II on technical issues.
Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations.
Assist Shop Diesel Technician I/II with diagnostics.
Perform advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Shop Diesel Technicians I/II.
Support Shop Diesel Technician I/II/Sr in obtaining correct parts for each job.
Ensure completion and assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment within the shop.
Advises and provides training to Shop Diesel Technicians I/II/Sr on technical issues.
Ensure other Technicians are adhering to and understand company policies, processes, and procedures.
Assist Shop Diesel Technician I/II/Sr with diagnostics.
Perform advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Shop Diesel Technicians I/II/Sr.
Mentor Shop Diesel Technician I/II/Sr on best practices and techniques to stay within or close to most Standard Repair Times, along with time management and prioritization of activities.
Ability to Lead and develop other Technicians by providing ongoing feedback.
Assist Shop Manager with Quality Control Inspections on work performed by Shop Diesel Technician I/II/Sr.
Support Shop Manager in conducting team meetings and technical training sessions.
Support Shop Manager in conducting safety checks of Shop assigned service trucks.
Mentor and teach other Technicians in the Shop in a manner most conducive to their learning style.
Road test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and to ensure that they are working properly.
Work with a high degree of independence and help manage workflow for other technicians.
Performs duties of Shop Technician Manager in their absence.

Benefits

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.
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)