Mobile Diesel and Trailer Mechanic II or Sr (Variable shift) ($6,000 New hire Bonus)

Dickinson Fleet Services•Grand Junction, CO

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel and Trailer Mechanic II or Senior (Sr). The role provides mobile, on-site maintenance and repair services for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. The Level II technician performs DOT and preventive maintenance inspections, follow-up and other repairs, and mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics, with more advanced work performed under the supervision of a senior technician or higher. The Senior technician performs advanced repairs and diagnostics, serves as a lead on job sites, and supports other technicians with complex diagnostics and repair triage. Technicians work in a mobile/field environment, manage their daily schedule and service-truck inventory, document work and findings using a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application, and communicate with customers, management, and support teams. Work must comply with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations. The posting lists variable days and hours and offers a $6,000 new-hire bonus, paid 50% after 30 days and 50% after 180 days.

Requirements

For Level II: High school diploma or GED and 3 years of related experience; alternatively, a degree or certification beyond high school in a related discipline, or 5 years of related experience.
For Senior: High school diploma or GED and 5 years of related experience; alternatively, a degree or certification beyond high school in a related discipline and 3 years of related experience, or 7 years of related experience.
For Senior: At least 3 years of experience with refrigerated equipment.
Possess and supply a set of hand tools required to perform the job duties.
Level II: Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.
Senior: Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) and ASE 608/609 certifications within 18 months.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment; a valid DOT medical card with more than four months remaining may be submitted in lieu of the physical.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating-authority commerce regulations.
Hold a valid driver’s license in the state of residence, be a safe driver, and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Ability to exert oneself physically for extended periods, including performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner and engage in effective two-way communication.
Ability to determine the appropriate tools and equipment needed.
Ability to judge relative distances accurately.
Use logic and reasoning to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of possible solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
For Senior: Participate in and complete all company-required training.

Nice To Haves

Level II: ASE T3 (Drivetrain), T4 (Brakes), T5 (Suspension), T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems), T7 (HVAC), or ASE 608/609 certifications.
Senior: OEM training and certifications.
Senior: ASE T2 (Diesel Engines), T3 (Drivetrain), T4 (Brakes), T5 (Suspension), T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems), T7 (HVAC), A8 (Engine Performance), L1 (Advanced Engine Performance Specialist), or L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment.
Adjust, diagnose, and repair truck systems and equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, air-conditioning, starting and charging, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Adjust, diagnose, and repair trailer systems and equipment, including trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, aluminum and chem-lite components, and body or framework; perform welding and fabrication as needed.
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 proper operation.
Identify problems and use sound judgment, logic, and reasoning to evaluate information and possible solutions.
Manage parts inventory and equipment on the company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, including safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Work with customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet expectations.
Prioritize concurrent tasks and manage work activities and time allocations effectively.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work, parts used, and findings on repair orders and upload photographs using the company-issued iOS device and TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and on time.
Manage the daily schedule with a high degree of independence and maintain productivity within or close to standard repair times.
Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as needed.
Communicate with management and support teams by email or phone to obtain estimate approvals, purchase order numbers, or discuss repair-order findings.
Perform work in compliance with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
For the Senior role, provide advanced diagnostics and triage for complex repairs, serve as a lead on job sites, and act as a consultant on the customer's behalf.

Benefits

$6,000 new-hire bonus, paid 50% after 30 days and 50% after 180 days.
Weekly pay.
Safe-driving and technology-efficiency bonuses.
Reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses.
Extreme-weather gear for cold and hot conditions.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Company service truck may be taken home daily.
Company-issued tablet and cellphone.
Technical training and a dedicated career path.
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on the first day of employment.
401(k) matching after 90 days: 100% match up to 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.
Employee resource and diversity groups, and company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and other offerings, plus wellness and fitness incentives.