Entry Level Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Cox Enterprises • Saginaw, MI

2d • $14 - $21 • Remote

About The Position

Cox Fleet’s FleeTec Academy is a paid educational program for people seeking to start a career as a Diesel Technician. Trainees complete a 10-week program that includes classroom instruction at the Academy Campus, with travel expenses, hotel accommodation, a meal stipend, and pay provided. The program teaches diesel engine fundamentals and truck repair, and includes a set of hand tools and a toolbox. After classroom training, trainees are paired with a Lead Technician in their market for hands-on training and offered a full-time Mobile Diesel Mechanic job. Further classroom study takes place periodically as part of the multi-year development program. Successful completion of the program leads to qualification as a Diesel Technician.

Mobile Technicians use an assigned service vehicle to perform preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations, helping fleets keep their vehicles running efficiently. The role is not routinely focused on emergency roadside repairs. The posting describes pay progression during training: $16 per hour or state minimum wage, whichever is greater, plus a $250 weekly stipend during the initial phase; $19 per hour for the next six weeks; and a second four-week classroom phase in Indianapolis at $19 per hour plus a $250 weekly stipend. Pay is listed as $21 per hour upon graduation. The introductory compensation section separately lists an anticipated hourly base pay range of $13.70–$20.53, potentially with additional commission or incentive compensation.

The position requires travel, and the training requires dedication to 10 weeks away from home. Candidates must be at least 21 to drive a company truck. The employer conducts background checks, driving record checks, pre-employment drug testing, and a physical.

Requirements

• Desire to begin a career as a Diesel Technician and become a Mobile Mechanic.
• Willingness and ability to study hard.
• Ability to dedicate 10 weeks away from home for training.
• Maturity and ability to focus on the task at hand.
• Technical aptitude and a passion for fixing vehicles.
• Ability to operate an iPad.
• Must be at least 21 years old to drive a company truck.
• Must complete background checks, driving record checks, pre-employment drug testing, and a physical.
• Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship; OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, and visa sponsorship are not available.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Attend and study during the paid classroom training program at the Academy Campus.
• Complete further classroom study periodically as part of the multi-year training program.
• Train hands-on with a Lead Technician in the candidate’s market.
• Perform preventative maintenance and general vehicle repairs at customer locations.
• Use an assigned service vehicle to provide onsite maintenance and repair services.

Benefits

• Paid classroom education and hands-on training.
• Travel expenses and hotel accommodation for Academy training are paid by the company.
• Meal stipend during specified training phases.
• A set of hand tools with a toolbox, which trainees keep.
• Minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off per month.
• Seven paid holidays per calendar year.
• Bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Potential benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); and paid days off such as sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed