Mobile Diesel & Trailer Mechanic II Wed - Sun 1pm to 11:30pm

Cox Enterprises•Memphis, TN

3d•$29 - $44•Remote

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Mobile Diesel & Trailer Technician to perform licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, follow-up repairs, and light mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles and trailers in a mobile field environment. The technician may perform more advanced diagnostics and repairs under the supervision of a Senior Mobile Diesel Technician or higher, while continuing to develop advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques. The role requires compliance with company policies, safety and environmental requirements, and federal regulations, as well as meeting performance and productivity standards. The position is scheduled Wednesday through Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and requires travel 100% of the time. The technician works with a high degree of independence, manages their daily schedule and assigned tasks, and maintains a company-issued service truck, equipment, and parts inventory. Compensation is $29.38–$44.09 per hour; the position may also be eligible for commission or incentive compensation. Cox Fleet provides a company service vehicle, laptop, and cellphone, along with uniforms and technical training. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment; 401(k) matching after 90 days; paid time off and holidays; tuition assistance or reimbursement; adoption and surrogacy assistance; pet insurance; employee discounts; and paid volunteer hours. Additional listed offerings include safety-driving and technician-efficiency bonuses, safety gear reimbursement, and extreme-weather gear.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a related degree or certification beyond high school/GED, or 5 years of related experience.
Possess and supply a set of hand tools needed to perform the job.
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 instead 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 motor vehicle record 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 long periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Be able to exert oneself physically over long periods, including performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner and engage in effective two-way communication.
Determine the appropriate tools and equipment for a task.
Accurately judge relative distances between objects and the observer.
Use logic and reasoning to assess 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 or field environment.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment and systems, including electrical, brake, cooling, starter and alternator, fan clutch, engine electronics, 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, starting and charging, air conditioning, engine electronics, steering, engine, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair trailer equipment and systems, including 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 proper operation.
Identify problems and evaluate information and alternatives using sound judgment.
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 pre- and post-trip inspections.
Work with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and 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, parts used, and findings on repair orders, upload pictures, and use the company-issued iOS device and TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and on time.
Work independently and manage the 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 email or phone to obtain repair-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

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, accruing up to 200 hours (five weeks) based on tenure; the benefits section also describes a minimum of 6.67 hours per month.
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.
Paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and other offerings.
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-issued service truck that may be taken home daily.
Company-provided laptop and cellphone.
Technical training and a dedicated career path.