Mobile Diesel Mechanic II (Variable shift) ($2,500 New Hire Bonus)

Cox Automotive•Salt Lake, UT

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 trucks and trailers in a mobile/field environment. The technician performs scheduled preventive maintenance and DOT inspections, follow-up and light repairs, and diagnostics on mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems. More advanced diagnostics and repairs may be performed under the supervision of a Senior Mobile Diesel Technician or higher, while the technician continues to develop advanced mechanical and diagnostic skills. The role requires compliance with company policies and performance standards, safety and environmental policies, and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations. The technician works with a high degree of independence, manages a daily schedule and service-truck inventory, documents work using a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application, and communicates with customers, management, and support teams. A company-issued service truck, tablet, and cellphone are provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a degree or certification beyond a high school diploma/GED in a related discipline, or five years of related experience.
Possess and supply the hand tools necessary to perform the job.
Obtain ASE T8 (Preventive Maintenance Inspection) certification 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 a DOT physical; if four months or less remain, a DOT physical is required.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating-authority regulations.
Hold a valid state-of-residence driver's license, be a safe driver, and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Understand how new information affects current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Be able to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for extended periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Be able to exert oneself physically for extended periods without tiring, including performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner, and engage in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
Determine the types of tools and equipment needed.
Accurately judge relative distances and the distance between objects and the observer.
Use logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or 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/field environment.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck systems and equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, starting, alternator, fan-clutch, engine-electronics, steering, engine, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck systems and equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, air-conditioning, starting, alternator, fan-clutch, engine-electronics, steering, engine, 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 assess information to generate and evaluate alternatives using sound judgment.
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 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 to company standards and upload photographs of work performed, parts used, and findings to repair orders using the company-issued iOS device and TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and promptly.
Manage the daily schedule independently 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 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

$2,500 new-hire bonus, with 50% paid after 30 days and 50% after 180 days.
Weekly pay.
Safe-driving and technology-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 to take home daily.
Company-provided tablet and cellphone.
Technical training and a dedicated career path.
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 groups, diversity groups, and company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and other offerings.
Wellness and fitness incentives.