Mobile Diesel Mechanic II

Cox Fleet•Stockton, CA

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician Level II to perform maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile or field environment. The role includes licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light and follow-up repairs, and light mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. More advanced diagnostics and repairs are performed under the supervision of a Senior Mobile Diesel Technician or higher. The technician continues to develop advanced mechanical and diagnostic skills while complying with company policies and performance standards. The position involves working independently, managing a daily schedule and company-issued service truck, maintaining parts and equipment inventory, communicating with customers and internal support teams, and completing repair-order and DOT documentation. Work must comply with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a related degree or certification beyond high school or GED, or five years of related experience.
Possess and supply a set of hand tools needed to perform the job duties.
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 may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate commerce operating-authority regulations.
Hold a valid driver’s license from the state of residence 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 tools and equipment needed for a task.
Ability to judge relative distances and the distance between an object and the observer.
Use logic and reasoning to assess the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Understand how new information affects current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

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 and systems, including air conditioning and engine electronics.
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 assess information and evaluate alternatives.
Independently manage parts inventory and equipment on the company-issued service truck and periodically reconcile inventory.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and complete daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Work with customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet expectations.
Manage concurrent tasks and prioritize work activities and time effectively.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work to company standards and upload photographs of work performed, parts used, and findings to repair orders using a company-issued iOS device and TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and on time.
Work independently and manage a daily schedule.
Maintain productivity and work 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 repair-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

Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
401(k) matching begins 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 groups and diversity groups.
Company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and wellness and fitness incentives.
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.
Tablet and company cellphone provided.
Technical training to advance careers.
Dedicated career path with opportunities for internal promotion.