Mobile Diesel Mechanic II Variable $5,000 New Hire Bonus

Cox Fleet•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

Cox Fleet by Cox Automotive is hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician Level II to perform mobile maintenance and repair services on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles. The role performs licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, follow-up repairs, and light mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. The technician can perform more advanced diagnostics and repairs under the supervision of a Senior Mobile Diesel Technician or higher, while continuing to develop advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques. The role works in a mobile/field environment, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule and variable hours. The technician works with a high degree of independence, manages a daily schedule and parts inventory, maintains a company-issued service truck, and communicates with customers, management, and support teams. Work must comply with company policies and applicable safety, health, environmental, OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a different combination such as a degree or certification beyond high school in a related discipline, or 5 years of related experience.
Possess and supply the hand tools needed to perform the job.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) 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 before expiration may be submitted instead of a DOT physical; a physical is required if the card has four months or less remaining.
Be at least 21 years old.
Hold a valid driver’s license from the state of residence, drive safely, 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 extended periods, including performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner and engage in effective two-way communication.
Determine the tools and equipment needed for a task.
Judge relative distance between objects.
Use logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to problems.

Nice To Haves

ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification.
ASE T4 (Brakes) certification.
ASE T5 (Suspension) certification.
ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification.
ASE T7 (HVAC) certification.
ASE 608/609 certification.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and 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, cooling, starting, charging, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, air-conditioning, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
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 verify proper operation.
Identify problems and use sound judgment to evaluate information and alternatives.
Independently manage parts inventory and equipment on the company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
Work with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet expectations.
Manage concurrent tasks and prioritize work activities and time allocations.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work performed, 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 an independent daily schedule 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, and discuss repair-order findings.
Perform work in compliance with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.

Benefits

$5,000 new-hire bonus, paid 50% after 30 days and 50% after 180 days.
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 tablet and cellphone provided.
Technical training and a dedicated career path, with more than 50% of front-line managers promoted from within.
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.
Employee resource and diversity groups and company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home or rental insurance, wellness and fitness incentives, and more.