Mobile Diesel & Trailer Mechanic II Mon - Fri 5pm to 1am

Cox Enterprises•Cincinnati, OH

4d•$29 - $44•Remote

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel & Trailer Technician to perform maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles and trailers in a mobile/field environment. The role performs licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance, 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 Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m., travels to customer locations, and works with a high degree of independence while managing a daily schedule, concurrent tasks, parts inventory, and a company-issued service truck. The role requires accurate repair-order and DOT documentation, customer communication, coordination with management and support teams, and compliance with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a different combination such as a related degree or certification beyond a high school diploma/GED, or five years of related experience.
Possess and provide a set of hand tools needed to perform the job duties.
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 current DOT medical card with more than four months remaining may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations.
Have a safe driving record; a three-year MVR review is required.
Hold a valid driver’s license from the state of residence and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Be able to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for extended periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Be able to exert oneself physically over 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 evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Understand the implications of new information for current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

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 equipment and systems, including electrical, brake, cooling, starter, alternator, fan clutch, engine electronic, steering, engine, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on trailer equipment and systems, including trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment and systems, including electrical, brake, cooling, starter, alternator, air conditioning, fan clutch, engine electronic, steering, engine, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair trailer equipment and systems, including trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, and replacement of panels, body, and framework.
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 they are working properly.
Identify problems, assess information, and use sound judgment to evaluate alternatives.
Independently manage parts inventory and equipment provided on the company-issued service truck, including periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle and conduct safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Listen and respond effectively to customer needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet customer expectations.
Manage concurrent tasks and prioritize work activities and time allocations effectively.
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 a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and promptly.
Work independently and manage a daily schedule while maintaining 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 estimate approvals and 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

Health insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
Dental insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
Vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
401(k) matching after 90 days: 100% match on contributions up to 6%, plus an additional 2% discretionary company contribution.
Paid time off accrued based on tenure, up to 200 hours (five weeks).
Seven paid holidays per calendar year.
Bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Pet insurance.
Company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and other offerings.
Safety driving and technician efficiency bonuses.
Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
Extreme-weather gear.
Uniforms with laundry service where available.
Company-issued service truck that employees may take home daily.
Company-provided laptop and cellphone.
Technical training and a dedicated career path.