Entry Level Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Cox Enterprises•St. Louis, MO

3d•$14 - $21

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring trainees for its paid FleeTec Academy, a program that prepares participants for a career as a Mobile Diesel Mechanic and Diesel Technician. The program provides paid classroom education in diesel engine fundamentals and truck repair, travel expenses, hotel accommodation, a meal stipend, a paycheck, and a set of hand tools with a toolbox. Training includes classroom study at the Academy Campus and additional classroom sessions in Indianapolis, followed by hands-on training with a Lead Technician in the participant’s market. Upon completion of the initial classroom phase, trainees are offered a full-time job. Successful completion of the multi-year program leads to qualification as a Diesel Technician. Mobile Technicians use an assigned, equipped vehicle to perform preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations. The work is intended to help customers keep their vehicles running efficiently, rather than regularly performing emergency roadside repairs. The role includes travel, with the posting indicating 100% travel. Training pay is described as $16 per hour (or state minimum wage, whichever is greater) plus a taxed $250 weekly stipend for the initial phase, followed by $19 per hour for six weeks, then a four-week classroom phase in Indianapolis at $19 per hour plus a taxed $250 weekly stipend, and $21 per hour upon graduation. The general compensation section lists an anticipated hourly base range of $13.70–$20.53, potentially with additional commission or incentive compensation. Applicants should be motivated to pursue diesel maintenance, able to study diligently, willing to spend 10 weeks away from home, mature and focused, technically inclined, interested in fixing vehicles, and able to operate an iPad. Applicants must be at least 21 to drive a company truck. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. The hiring process includes background, driving-record, pre-employment drug, and physical checks. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

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 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.
Must complete background checks, driving-record checks, pre-employment drug testing, and a physical.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Study diesel engine fundamentals and truck repair through classroom training at the FleeTec Academy.
Complete further classroom study as scheduled to develop technical skills.
Train hands-on with a Lead Technician in the local market.
Perform preventative maintenance and general vehicle repairs at customer locations.
Use an assigned service vehicle to deliver mobile maintenance and repair services.

Benefits

Paid education and classroom training.
Travel expenses and hotel accommodation for Academy training.
Meal stipend during training.
A set of hand tools with toolbox.
Paid time off of at least 6.67 hours per month.
Seven paid holidays per calendar year.
Additional paid leave for bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteer time, military leave, and parental leave.
Potential health care insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Potential 401(k) retirement planning benefits.
Potential sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation, wellness days, and/or PTO.