Shop Diesel Mechanic I

Cox Fleet•Tampa, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Shop Diesel Technician I to support company growth. The role performs DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other assigned duties in a shop environment. The technician may perform more advanced repairs under the supervision of a Shop Diesel Technician II or higher, assists those technicians with repairs, and continues developing advanced mechanical and diagnostic skills. Work is frequently audited for quality, and the technician is expected to follow company policies and meet performance metrics. The position services light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles. Work includes routine maintenance, inspections, follow-up repairs, minor adjustments and repairs to vehicle systems, documenting work and findings, and maintaining a safe and clean work area. The technician communicates with the Service Writer, Shop Manager, parts department, and support team to address customer needs, obtain parts and approvals, and discuss repair-order findings. Work must comply with company policies and applicable safety, health, environmental, OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and up to two years of experience in a related field.
Possess and provide a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months of employment.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment.
Valid 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 long periods without tiring, including performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner, and engage in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
Ability to determine the types of tools and equipment needed.
Ability to judge relative distance and the distance between an object and the observer.
Understand how new information affects current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Nice To Haves

ASE T4 (Brakes) certification.

Responsibilities

Follow safe operating practices and procedures.
Determine the parts needed for each job and work with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and assist with end-of-day cleanup of tools, parts, and equipment.
Apply formal training or on-the-job experience to technical work and evaluate job-related technical information.
Work with the Service Writer to assess customer needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet customer expectations.
Manage concurrent assigned tasks and prioritize work activities and time allocations effectively.
Act with integrity, maintain confidentiality, and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a shop environment.
Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, battery checks, and equipment lubrication.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work to company standards, including uploading pictures of work, parts used, and findings to repair orders using a company-issued device and/or the Karmak application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and on time.
Maintain productivity and work within or close to Standard Repair Times.
Communicate with the Shop Manager and support team to obtain repair-estimate approvals, retrieve purchase order numbers, and discuss repair-order findings.
Perform work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements.
Participate in and complete required company safety training.
Maintain assigned shop service trucks and conduct safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment, including electrical, brake, and cooling systems; starters and alternators; fan clutches; engine electronics; diesel steering systems; gasoline and diesel engines; manual and automatic transmissions; clutches; and differentials.
Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.
Assist Shop Diesel Technician II or higher technicians with repairs and continue learning advanced mechanical and diagnostic skills.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance starting 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.
Company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, wellness and fitness incentives, and more.
Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Technical training to advance career development.
Dedicated career path; the posting states that over 50% of front-line managers are promoted from within.
Weekly pay, with payment every Friday.