Mobile Diesel Mechanic- Level 2 or 3 (Monday - Friday) (Variable shift)

Cox Fleet•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician Level 2 or Senior Mobile Diesel Mechanic (Level 3) to provide mobile, field-based maintenance and repair for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles. The Level 2 technician performs licensed DOT and preventive maintenance inspections, follow-up and light repairs, and mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. More advanced diagnostics and repairs are performed with supervision while the technician continues developing advanced mechanical skills. The Senior Mobile Diesel Technician performs advanced repairs and diagnostics, helps triage complicated repairs, and serves as the lead technician at customer jobsites and a consultant to customers. Both levels perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections; diagnose and repair vehicle systems; road-test vehicles; manage parts, equipment, and a company-issued service truck; communicate with customers, management, and support teams; complete repair orders, photographs, DOT forms, and other documentation; and comply with company safety policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations. Technicians work with a high degree of independence, manage their daily schedules and concurrent tasks, and are expected to maintain productivity within or near Standard Repair Times. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday on a variable shift. Cox Fleet provides a service truck, tablet, and company cellphone, as well as technical training and a career path. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment; 401(k) matching after 90 days; paid time off; tuition assistance or reimbursement; adoption and surrogacy assistance; pet insurance; employee groups and paid volunteer hours; and employee discounts.

Requirements

For Level 2: 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 Level 3: High school diploma or GED and 5 years of related experience; alternatively, a degree or certification beyond high school in a related discipline plus 3 years of experience, or 7 years of related experience.
Senior Level 3 candidates must have at least 3 years of experience with refrigerated equipment.
Possess and supply the hand tools needed to perform the job.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.
Senior Level 3 must obtain ASE 608/609 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 instead of a DOT physical.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating-authority regulations.
Have a valid driver’s license from the state of residence and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Understand the implications of new information for 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, 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.
Accurately judge relative distances and the distance between an object and the observer.
Use logic and reasoning to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches.

Nice To Haves

Level 2: ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification.
Level 2: ASE T4 (Brakes) certification.
Level 2: ASE T5 (Suspension) certification.
Level 2: ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification.
Level 2: ASE T7 (HVAC) certification.
Level 2: ASE 608/609 certification.
Senior Level 3: OEM training and certifications.
Senior Level 3: ASE T2 (Diesel Engines) certification.
Senior Level 3: ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification.
Senior Level 3: ASE T4 (Brakes) certification.
Senior Level 3: ASE T5 (Suspension) certification.
Senior Level 3: ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification.
Senior Level 3: ASE T7 (HVAC) certification.
Senior Level 3: ASE A8 (Engine Performance) certification.
Senior Level 3: ASE L1 (Advanced Engine Performance Specialist) certification.
Senior Level 3: ASE L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) 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.
Adjust, repair, diagnose, and service truck systems, 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 confirm proper operation.
Identify problems and use sound judgment and reasoning to evaluate solutions.
Independently manage parts inventory and equipment supplied with the company-issued service truck, including periodic reconciliation.
Operate and maintain the company-issued service vehicle and conduct safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Assess customer needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet customer expectations.
Prioritize concurrent tasks and manage work activities and time effectively.
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 a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and on time.
Work independently and manage a daily schedule while maintaining productivity within or near Standard Repair Times.
Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as needed.
Communicate with management and support teams by phone or email to obtain estimate approvals, purchase order numbers, and discuss repair-order findings.
Perform work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.

Benefits

Weekly pay every Friday.
Safe-driving and technician-efficiency bonuses.
Reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses.
Extreme-weather gear for cold and hot conditions.
Uniforms and laundry service where available.
Company service truck may be taken home daily.
Company-provided 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 a 6% contribution, plus an additional 2% discretionary company contribution.
Accrue up to 200 hours 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, wellness and fitness incentives, and other offerings.