Mobile Diesel Mechanic II Variable shift $5,000 New Hire Bonus

Cox Enterprises•Kansas City, MO

5d•$29 - $44•Remote

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician Level II to provide on-site maintenance and repair for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment. The role performs DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, follow-up repairs, and light mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. 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 technician works with a high degree of independence, manages a daily schedule and concurrent assignments, and maintains the company-issued service truck, its inventory, and required documentation. The role follows company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations. The schedule is a variable shift, generally Monday through Friday, with weekends upon customer request; travel is 100% of the time. The position can be performed remotely, but the employee must live in the specified city, state, or region.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a degree or certification beyond high school/GED in a related discipline, or 5 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.
Be at least 21 years old.
Have 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.
Determine the tools and equipment needed for a task.
Judge relative distances between objects and the observer.
Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches.

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.
A current DOT medical card with more than four months remaining until expiration may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and DOT inspections on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles, and complete follow-up repairs in a mobile/field environment.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, air-conditioning, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Inspect, test, and listen to equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
Road-test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and confirm proper operation.
Identify problems, assess information, and use sound judgment to evaluate alternatives.
Manage parts inventory and equipment in the company-issued service truck, including periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle and conduct safety checks and pre- and post-trip inspections.
Work with customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet expectations.
Manage concurrent assignments and prioritize work and time effectively.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work to company standards and upload photos of work, parts, 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, or discuss repair-order findings.
Perform work in compliance with company safety, health, and environmental policies and OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.

Benefits

$5,000 new-hire bonus, paid 50% after 30 days and 50% after 180 days.
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.
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 6% contribution, plus an additional 2% discretionary company contribution.
Paid time off, accruing up to 200 hours (five weeks) based on tenure; benefits information also states a minimum of 6.67 hours per month and seven paid holidays annually.
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 wellness and fitness incentives.
Additional paid leave may include bereavement, time off to vote, jury duty, volunteer, military, and parental leave.