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

Cox Automotive•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

As a Cox Automotive business, Cox Fleet delivers integrated uptime solutions to reduce downtime, improve fleet performance, and keep drivers safely on the road. Its nationwide operation includes more than 1,500 technicians, over 30 company-operated service centers, a network of more than 65,000 service providers, and 24/7/365 operational coordination. Cox Fleet supports equipment ranging from Class 8 trucks and 53-foot trailers to light-duty vehicles. The Mobile Trailer Mechanic I works independently in the field, performing licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on trailers and other equipment. The role includes managing a company-issued service vehicle, parts inventory, work documentation, customer needs, and daily work schedule. A service truck is assigned to the employee and may be taken home. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; the posting also contains an unfilled schedule placeholder. New-hire bonus information is likewise left as a placeholder.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Up to 2 years of experience in a related field.
Possess and provide the hand tools necessary to perform the job duties.
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 for extended periods, including performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to judge relative distances between objects and the observer.
Ability to communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner, and engage in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
Ability to determine the tools and equipment needed for a task.
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; a physical is required when 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.
Participate in and complete company-required training.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on trailers and equipment in a mobile or field environment.
Make minor adjustments and repairs to trailer equipment and systems, including trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers.
Document work, parts used, and findings on repair orders, upload photographs, and use the company-issued iOS device and TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other required 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 company-provided equipment on the service truck, including periodic reconciliation; obtain parts from approved vendors as needed.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, including safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Respond to call-center-dispatched unscheduled service and maintenance requests.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, trailer tools, welding equipment, and jacks.
Manage daily work independently, prioritize assigned tasks, allocate time effectively, and maintain productivity within or near Standard Repair Times.
Communicate with management and support teams by phone or email to obtain repair-estimate approvals, purchase order numbers, and discuss repair-order findings.
Work with customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet expectations; maintain good relationships with assigned customers and vendors.
Complete company-required safety and other training, remain current on safety protocols, and adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.
Act with integrity, keep commitments, protect confidential information, and follow ethical and professional standards.
Communicate effectively in spoken and written form.

Benefits

Weekly pay, issued every Friday.
Safe-driving and technology-efficiency bonuses.
Reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses.
Extreme-weather gear for cold and hot conditions.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Assigned service truck may be taken home daily.
Company-provided tablet and cellphone.
Technical training and career advancement opportunities.
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 groups, diversity groups, and company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and wellness and fitness incentives.