Mobile Trailer Mechanic I Mon - Fri 8am to 5pm

Cox Fleet•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

Cox Fleet, a Cox Automotive business, provides maintenance, repair, and fleet support for equipment ranging from Class 8 trucks and 53-foot trailers to light-duty vehicles. It operates with a nationwide team of technicians, service centers, service providers, and 24/7/365 operational coordination. The Mobile Trailer Mechanic I works independently in the field, providing mobile service and maintenance for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles. The role performs DOT inspections, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on trailers and equipment, while maintaining a company-issued service vehicle and managing parts and work documentation. The assigned service vehicle may be taken home. The posting lists the schedule as “Mon - Fri 8am to 5pm” in the job title, but the Work Schedule field itself contains the placeholder “[Insert Schedule].”

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and up to 2 years of experience in a related field.
Possess and provide the hand tools necessary to perform the required job duties.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment.
A current, valid DOT medical card with more than four months remaining before expiration may be submitted instead of a DOT physical; a physical is required if four months or less remain.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations.
Hold a valid driver’s license from the state of residence and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for extended periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Ability to exert oneself physically over extended periods, including performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to judge relative distance between objects.
Ability to communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner, and to engage in effective two-way communication.
Ability to determine the tools and equipment needed.

Nice To Haves

OEM training and certifications.
ASE 608/609 certification.
ASE T8 (PMI) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on trailers and equipment in a mobile or field environment.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs to trailer equipment and systems, including trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers.
Document work performed, parts used, and findings on repair orders using a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application; upload photographs as required.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and promptly.
Follow safe operating practices and procedures and comply with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Manage parts inventory and equipment provided on the company service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, including safety checks and pre- and post-trip inspections.
Respond to unscheduled service and maintenance requests dispatched by the call center.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, trailer tools, welding equipment, and jacks.
Independently manage the daily schedule, concurrent tasks, work priorities, and time allocations.
Maintain productivity and work within or close to Standard Repair Times.
Obtain repair parts from approved local and national vendors as needed.
Communicate with management and the support team by email or phone for repair estimate approvals, purchase order numbers, and discussion of repair-order findings.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers and vendors and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Complete company-required safety training and remain current on safety protocols and procedures.
Adhere to company policies, processes, procedures, and professional and ethical standards.

Benefits

Weekly pay, with pay every Friday.
Safe driving and technician efficiency bonuses.
Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
Cold- and hot-weather gear.
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 a 6% contribution, plus an additional 2% discretionary company contribution.
Accrue up to 200 hours (five weeks) of paid time off based on tenure.
Tuition assistance or 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 and rental insurance, wellness and fitness incentives, and other offerings.