Mobile Diesel & Trailer Mechanic II

Cox Fleet•Lakeland, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel Technician Level II to perform fleet maintenance and repairs in a mobile/field environment. The role performs licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, follow-up repairs, and light mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. The technician can perform more advanced diagnostics and repairs under the supervision of a Senior Mobile Diesel Technician or higher and continues to develop advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques. The position requires compliance with company policies and achievement of performance metrics. The technician works with light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles and trailers, manages their daily schedule with a high degree of independence, and maintains a company-issued service truck. They document work and findings using a company-issued iOS device and the proprietary TRAIT application. This role follows DOT/FMCSA regulations and requires a DOT-regulated pre-employment screening and DOT physical, subject to the stated medical-card alternative.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a different combination such as a related degree or certification beyond high school/GED, or 5 years of related experience.
Possess and provide a set of hand tools needed to perform the job duties.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.
Successfully complete 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 instead of a DOT physical.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate commerce regulations.
Have a valid driver’s license, maintain a valid state-of-residence license, and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Hold a Class C driver’s license.
Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Ability 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 tasks.
Judge relative distances between objects and the observer.
Use logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to problems.
Understand how new information affects 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.
Make minor adjustments and repairs to truck equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, starting, charging, 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 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 evaluate relevant information and alternative solutions using sound judgment.
Independently manage parts inventory and equipment on the company-issued service truck and periodically reconcile inventory.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle; conduct safety checks and pre- and post-trip inspections.
Work with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, and resolve problems or meet expectations.
Manage concurrent tasks and prioritize work 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 according to company standards, including uploading photographs through the company-issued iOS device and TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and on time.
Manage the daily schedule with a high degree of independence 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 estimate approvals, 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

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.
Tablet and company cellphone provided.
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 on contributions up to 6%, plus an additional 2% discretionary company contribution.
Paid time off accrued up to 200 hours (five weeks), based on tenure.
Tuition assistance/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/rental insurance, and wellness/fitness incentives.